Unified by an interest in the factors behind the conversion of the Roman Republic into a monarchy, this collection of essays by noted ancient historian P.A. Brunt includes revised or rewritten studies of the Italian allies, the Equites, the courts, the army, and amicitia, and new discussions of libertas, clientship, and factions.

"Powerful, coherent, and compelling...a great contribution to Republican history."

P. A. Brunt, formerly Camden Professor of Ancient History, Oxford University