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The Roman assemblies from their origin to the end of the Republic

By George Willis Botsford
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A detailed monograph examines the development, organization, and functioning of Rome's popular assemblies from their earliest tribal divisions to the Republic's end. It analyzes social composition, tribal and centuriate divisions, auspices and religious procedures, the contio and calata comitia, and the distinct roles of comitia curiata, centuriata, and tributa. The work traces comitial legislative and judicial activity, voting procedure, preservation of statutes, and the impact of political reforms, reassessing earlier theories and drawing on ancient sources and modern scholarship to offer conservative, evidence-based reinterpretations. Chapters synthesize institutional history, procedural practice, and a bibliography for further study.

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George Willis Botsford

George Willis Botsford was an American historian and educator known for his contributions to the study of ancient Rome. He authored several works that explore the political and social structures of Roman society, including "The Roman Assemblies from Their Origin to the End of the Republic," which provides a detailed analysis of the legislative bodies in ancient Rome. Botsford also contributed to the educational series "The Mentor," where he wrote about significant historical figures and events, such as Julius Cæsar. His writings reflect a commitment to making classical history accessible to a broader audience.

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