Publisher's Synopsis
The Ruling Power is a book that explores the Roman Empire during the second century after Christ. It focuses on the Roman oration of Aelius Aristides and uses this as a lens to examine the political and social structures of the time. The author, James H. Oliver, provides a detailed analysis of the ruling power and how it functioned during this period. The book delves into topics such as the role of the emperor, the military, and the bureaucracy in maintaining power. It also explores the cultural and religious factors that shaped the Roman Empire at this time. Overall, The Ruling Power provides a comprehensive study of the Roman Empire in the second century after Christ and offers valuable insights into the workings of one of the most influential empires in history.Transactions Of The American Philosophical Society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.