Where to start with Tom Holland
Begin with Rubicon: The Triumph and the Tragedy of the Roman Republic, the first book in Tom Holland’s History of Rome series. It provides a comprehensive account of the late Roman Republic and serves as a foundational entry into his work. Proceed with the series in publication order: follow Rubicon with The Forge of Rome, then Dynasty. These three books together form a continuous narrative of Rome’s transformation from republic to empire. Persian Fire, a standalone work, offers a detailed history of the Graeco-Persian wars and can be read at any time, either before or after the Rome series, as it covers a different historical period and subject.
Series by Tom Holland
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Buy on Amazon2003 · Tom Holland
Rubicon is a 2003 book by Tom Holland giving a vivid historical account of Rome's social world as it moved from republic to empire. In 49 B.C.,…
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Buy on Amazon2015 · Tom Holland
"The follow-up to Rubicon picks up with the murder of Julius Caesar and vividly depicts the intrigue, murder, ambition, and treachery of Emperors…
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Buy on Amazon2023 · Tom Holland
Pax is a 2023 book by Tom Holland. It is book 3 of the series History of Rome. Catalog genres: Historical Non-Fiction, History. OpenLibrary readers…
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Frequently asked questions
How many books has Tom Holland written?
We list 4 books by Tom Holland across 1 series, published between 2003–2023 — each shown in full reading order.
What order should I read Tom Holland's books?
Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “Rubicon.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.
Where can I buy Tom Holland's books?
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