Dramatists & Poets
Ancient Rome was filled with drama, both real and fictional. See how Roman writers influenced and responded to their culture through their work. See more »
From poets to philosphers to mathemeticians, learn about a huge variety of Ancient Roman figures in the Ancient Roman Biographies channel. These articles trace the life stories of some of Ancient Rome's most influential individuals.
Ancient Rome was filled with drama, both real and fictional. See how Roman writers influenced and responded to their culture through their work. See more »
Like other intellecual pursuits, history fascinated the Ancient Romans, who took great pride in recording important events. The Ancient Roman Historians channel uncovers the biographies of some of Rome's greatest historians. See more »
Like Greece, Rome was also known for its philosophers. Learn about them in the Ancient Roman Philosophers channel. See more »
War was a fact of life in Ancient Rome, so politicians and generals commanded a great deal of respect, not to mention influence. Learn about Rome's most notable political and military figures in this channel. See more »
Building an empire is sure to make you a few enemies along the way. Learn about opposition to the powerful Roman Empire in the Enemies of Ancient Rome channel. See more »
Cato, Marcus Porcius (234-149 B.C.), called the Censor and the Elder, a Roman statesman.