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The Last Assassin
The Hunt for the Killers of Julius Caesar
Book • 2021
The Last Assassin by Peter Stothard offers a compelling narrative of the aftermath of Julius Caesar's assassination, focusing on the lesser-known assassin Cassius Parmensis.
The book delves into the motivations of the conspirators and the relentless pursuit by Octavian, Caesar's adopted son, who sought vengeance against all involved.
It provides a detailed exploration of the tumultuous period following Caesar's death, highlighting the political intrigue and brutal consequences faced by the assassins.
The book delves into the motivations of the conspirators and the relentless pursuit by Octavian, Caesar's adopted son, who sought vengeance against all involved.
It provides a detailed exploration of the tumultuous period following Caesar's death, highlighting the political intrigue and brutal consequences faced by the assassins.
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as a very good book about Cassius Parmensis.


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