Elite Networks, Mafia Families — Tides of History — Apple Podcasts

When we think of the rise of Rome, our usual image is one of conquest: Roman armies marching year after year to subdue their opponents. But Professor Nicola Terrenato offers an alternative way of understanding that process, one that is rooted in negotiations, the relationships and networks of elite families, and the self-interest of powerful individuals in both Rome and other Italian communities.

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