Simply Caesar
The man who changed the world and the empire he built, simply told.
Julius Caesar, one of history's most iconic and controversial figures, is renowned for his military conquests, political prowess, and the legacy of the Roman Empire. Yet his life remains complex and multi-faceted, marked by both extraordinary achievements and turbulent conflicts. In Simply Caesar, historians J. David Markham and Matthew Zarzeczny provide an accessible and engaging guide to Caesar's remarkable life, demystifying the man behind the legend and offering a fresh perspective on his influence in shaping Western history. From the Rubicon to the Ides of March, from the conquest of Gaul to the affair with Cleopatra, this book strips away the myth and reveals the brilliant, ruthless, and endlessly fascinating strategist who never stopped reaching for more.
Why It Matters
- Reframes Julius Caesar not just as a conqueror, but as a political innovator who reshaped the Roman world and set the stage for empire.
- Cuts through myth and legend to reveal the real dynamics of power, ambition, and reform at the end of the Roman Republic.
- Illuminates how Caesar’s rise and fall continue to shape modern ideas of leadership, populism, and the fragility of democratic systems.
About the Authors
J. David Markham is a leading Napoleonic scholar, president of the International Napoleonic Society, and author or contributor to ten books, including Napoleon for Dummies and The Road to St Helena. He has appeared in documentaries, lectured globally, co-created the “Napoleon 101” podcast, and was named a Knight of the French Academic Palms in 2014. He has also received top honors from both the International Napoleonic Society and the Napoleonic Historical Society.
Matthew D. Zarzeczny is a Fellow of the International Napoleonic Society and adjunct instructor at Ashland, Kent State Stark, and John Carroll University. He is the author of Meteors That Enlighten the Earth and founder of the website historyandheadlines.com.
Publisher Casa Carlini
Imprint Simply Charly
Author J. David Markham & Matthew D. Zarzeczny
Publication Date October 23, 2025
Paperback $14.99
ISBN 978-1-943657-92-6
Hardback $19.99
ISBN 978-1-943657-58-2
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