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Titus Livius

In English, Titus Livius was commonly known as Livy, was born in 59 BC and passed away in 17 AD. His writings were all about the fascinating history of Rome and the Roman people, covering extensive periods. Livy's work, Ab Urbe Condita, which translates to "From the Founding of the City," delves into the first stories about Rome before its official founding in 753 BC, all the way to the time of Augustus, which was during Livy's own lifetime. Friends with Augustus and acquaintances of the Julio...See more