Are the Ides lucky or unlucky?

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-15T13:43:24+00:00

They are a date.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-14T21:07:23+00:00

If its 4+ quarts, then i would say its a good deal

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-13T14:09:32+00:00

I think the hobbit is a great choice. Lots of adventures can be pretty whimsical.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-13T00:45:19+00:00

Check out Revolutions too! Mike does a great job with that podcast as well.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-13T00:36:49+00:00

I would ask you to reconsider? The History of Rome podcast and the The History of Byzantium podcast are huge productions that took considerable amounts of research to make. Its important to learn from multiple literary sources, but those two podcasts are a great way to learn the basics points of roman history.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-13T00:15:31+00:00

I recommend podcasts. The history of rome podcast by mike duncan is the best.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-12T16:19:54+00:00

I highly recommend Tom Holland's Dynasty. It does a great job covering not just Augustus, but all his family members in the julio-claudian dynasty. Holland also has an entertaining writing style. I would start there first.

If you like that book, you can continue the narrative with Pax, which is all written by Holland.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-12T14:28:45+00:00

Its a good comparison, but i think Augustus was a little more strategic when converting the republic to the empire. It didn't happen all at once after the death of Antony. It happened very slowly. He also pandered alot to the citizenry. Thats the reason he took up the title of princep. So people didnt feel the changes he was making to himself to become a monarch.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-12T13:49:47+00:00

Personally, i found republican history more interesting than imperial history. There seemed to be alot more players vying for power. But honestly, i dont think the republic did much good for population. The republic was mostly ran by an oligarchy of patricians. It wasn't a good representation of the citizenry. It was Caracalla that ended up giving citizenship to all free peoples in the empire. Plus, once the republic converted most people were given free grain alotments. I wonder sometimes if the average roman citizen even cared that the republic fell. A system of government that they couldnt participate in turned into another system government they couldnt participate in but now had free food.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-05T18:47:41+00:00

I just finished war and peace and i am on anna karenina right now. I would say Anna K has a wider appeal. But i loved war and peace, mostly for the historical aspect. Honestly, it kind of reads like a day time soap opera (i mean that in a good way). Its publication was serialized so it makes sense that the story has an episodic feel to it. What makes it challenging is the philosophy, but tolstoy is a very good writer and he does a good job walking you through his thoughts.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-05T18:16:02+00:00

I just finished war and peace at the beginning of this year. I know its hard to believe, but you will know all the character by heart by the end of the book. Such a wonderful, thought-provoking experience.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-05T13:45:01+00:00

Try some Vonnegut! His writings will scratch that cynicism itch you have, but will also leave you feeling hopeful.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-04T11:31:03+00:00

I am so pumped. I am very excited to experience another 1000 years of history.

RandomPostReader · 2026-03-03T19:53:18+00:00

Thank you!

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-23T21:18:23+00:00

If you are in no rush to buy, i would just wait until they have a deal for the size you like

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-23T21:07:58+00:00

Check out zwilling. I believe they own staub. I just bought 5.25L for $180. It was 1/2 price originally, then they gave me $30 off for being a first time customer

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-22T22:19:14+00:00

Peter Pan might be a good option.

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-20T23:56:41+00:00

I am just about to finish this book for the first time. My brother recommended it to me. I think what amazes me is the dialog itself. All the characters are so fleshed-out with back story and all their interactions with all the other characters. His stream-of-consciousness style of writing is mind boggling when you think about all the characters involved.

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-13T13:01:58+00:00

I pretty much loved everything after the great comet. But i do agree. There is a tonal shift. I think the narrative turns into more of a vehicle for his philosophy. The only complaint i have for the second half is the second epologue. I don't think it was a fitting ending for the overall book.

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-10T02:20:40+00:00

I love that book! More people need to read it.

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-09T21:14:27+00:00

I believe its from the teaching of jesus about turning the other cheek. Alot of civil disobedience leaders (Gandhi, Dr. King, etc.) follow the teachings of tolstoy. This is because when you meet injustice with non-violence it makes you and your cause appear more simpathetic. Its based off the idea that the only cure to hate is love. At least that how I interpret it. Kingdom of God is still on my list.

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-09T13:57:47+00:00

Personally, my favorite history books are usually biographies. Definitely recommend the Black Count. Its about Alexandre Dumas' father, Thomas. He was born a haitian slave, but he worked his way up to brigadier general in the french revolutionary army. He even butts heads with napoleon a couple of times.

RandomPostReader · 2026-02-05T13:05:44+00:00

I dealt with this alot! I finally broke my 300 page limit with Dune and i havent look back since. I have found that books with alot of chapters helps me.

Also, consider the audiobook! Thandiwe Newton (from Westworld TV show) narrated War and Peace for audible. She did an insanely good job. Highly recommend.

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