Roman historiography

Roman historiography is the study and compilation of historical writing from ancient Rome, focusing on how historians like Livy, Tacitus, and Plutarch recorded and interpreted Rome’s past. It combines factual events with narrative style, often reflecting moral or political messages. Roman historians used various sources, including official records and personal accounts, but their work was also shaped by political contexts and biases. Overall, Roman historiography aimed to preserve civic pride, legitimize authority, and explore Rome’s values, blending history with literature to influence contemporary and future generations.