The Making of a King: The First Three Volumes - Politics and Exile (Roman Provincial Shadows: Agrippa I, Intrigue, and Power) - Softcover

Legge, Elizabeth

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798231672073

Publisher: Romaaquila (Elizabeth Legge), 2025

Synopsis

Agrippa I: Fugitive, Prince, and the Shadows of Rome

Step into the complex world of Herod Agrippa I, where history, politics, and mystery converge. This book meticulously reconstructs the historical context, tracing Agrippa's journey from his early ties with the Julio-Claudian dynasty to his rise within the Herodian lineage, culminating in his assassination-a true crime mystery woven into the fabric of Roman history.

Beyond political intrigue, this book explores key archaeological sites, including Tel Malhata, a Roman limes fortress strategically positioned on the Frankincense Trail. Newly examined site reports and spatial analysis reveal the role of this fortress as a refuge for Agrippa I, shedding light on his fugitive status and the military presence that shaped the region.

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About the Author

Elizabeth Legge is a Doctor of Medicine candidate at a European university. She achieved her Master's degree in Classical Archaeology at the University of Pisa, Italy. She was awarded her Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies and Bachelor of Sciences in Integrated Sciences at the University of British Columbia, Canada. She has travelled extensively to all continents since childhood and lived in many countries. She is Australian, Canadian and half English.

Edition details

• Publisher: Romaaquila (Elizabeth Legge)
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798231672073
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 90