Frode holds a master’s degree in history from the University of Oslo, with a specialization in Roman imperial ideology. He studied Roman archaeology in Rome, and has built one of the most-read Roman history websites in Norway. When not writing, Frode goes for runs in the woods and reads Roman texts by candlelight. Read more about Frode here.
After the death of Augustus, Tiberius ascended to the imperial throne as Rome’s second emperor. This article embarks on an exploration of the life and reign of Tiberius, a figure…
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Among Roman gods, we have Bacchus god of wine and vegetation. As one of the 12 Olympians, Bacchus was an iconic figure and personified a variety of symbols including ritual…
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Among Roman gods, Fortuna goddess of fortune and luck was a highly revered deity in ancient Roman religion. She played a crucial role in the daily lives of Romans, as…
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