Anthony Everitt

Anthony Everitt is an English author and historian who is highly respected for his works of biographies and Ancient Rome centric books. Everitt studied history at the University of Cambridge, after which, he began his career as a civil servant with the Home Office and subsequently went on to work as a senior administrator for the University of Cambridge. In addition, Everitt also taught law at the University of Leicester and, throughout his prolific career as an author, has specialized in ancient history, biographies, and law.

Anthony Everitt's writings span diverse topics including the rise of Rome in the first century B.C., the context of Roman culture, historical and political legends, and biographies of famous figures in history such as Hadrian, Augustus, Cicero, and Virgil. His most famous works include: “Hadrian and the Triumph of Rome” (1997), “Augustus: The Life of Rome’s First Emperor” (2005), “The Rise of Rome’ (2005), and “Cicero:The Life and Times of Rome's Greatest Politician” (2009), all of which have enjoyed critical and commercial success.

Everitt is highly skilled at recreating the lifestyles and cultures of Ancient Rome, injecting the characters with life and creating a believable universe from the often threadbare sources of evidence. He combines his research with astute analysis, and the clarity of his writing allows the reader to develop empathy with the protagonists of his books. He is an author who tells stories well, weaving in insightful details of the characters he is writing about and helping the reader develop an accurate picture of the era and its people.

Everitt’s books often offer a perceptive understanding of the conflicts that arose in Ancient Rome. He is especially fond of writing about strong and composed leaders, such as Hadrian and Augustus, who would go to great lengths to establish the Roman Empire, mastering their fate with strength of mind and placing great emphasis on morality and justice. He also delves into Roman mythology – exploring the tales and fables that provide intriguing glimpses into the collective mindset of the ancient Roman people. His book “The Rise of Rome”, particularly, gives the reader the singular opportunity to obtain an understanding of the Roman Empire's structural advancement, from a tiny republic to one of the most powerful empires in the world.

Anthony Everitt is also a passionate advocate for public education. He is a patron of English PEN, an international organization of writers that seeks to promote literacy and defend freedom of expression in the UK. In 2008, he was appointed to the board of trustees of the National Museums of Science and Industry, a position he still holds today.

In his works, Anthony Everitt combines reliable scholarship with a narrative flair to offer us a vivid and authoritative picture of some of the most important moments in history. In the last 25 years, Everitt has established himself firmly as a historian of note and will be remembered for his works on Roman history for many years to come. His writings are insightful and entertaining, making them a highly recommended read for anyone interested in delving deeper into the culture and history of ancient Rome.