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Livia: Empress of Rome

The Ancients

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The Rise of Livia and Octavian

This chapter examines the intricate relationship between Livia and Octavian during his ascent to power, set against the tumult of the 30s BC. It highlights their struggles with fertility and family amid political intrigue, revealing Livia's influential role as a strategist and advisor in the evolving Julio-Claudian family dynamics. Through artistic representations and personal narratives, the chapter showcases how Livia navigated societal expectations while shaping Roman political ideology and family values.

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