Publisher's Synopsis
""The Ruling Power"" is a scholarly work by James H. Oliver that examines the Roman Empire during the second century after Christ. The book focuses on the Roman oration of Aelius Aristides, a prominent Greek writer and philosopher who lived during this time. Aristides' oration provides a unique perspective on the Roman Empire, its rulers, and its people. Oliver analyzes the oration and uses it as a lens to explore the political, social, and cultural aspects of the Roman Empire during this period. The book covers topics such as the role of the emperor, the military, the economy, religion, and the arts. It provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the Roman Empire in the second century after Christ, and is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in ancient 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.