In AD 70 the city of Jerusalem was destroyed by Roman forces after a 6 month siege, the world-famous temple burnt to the ground. This was the disastrous outcome of a Jewish revolt against Roman domination beginning in AD 66 with high hopes and early success, but soon became mired in factional conflict, at its most extreme within Jerusalem itself.
Information
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
609
ISBN:
9780199646029
Publish year:
2017
Publish date:
Feb. 23, 2017
Josephus
Josephus was a first-century Jewish historian best known for his work "The Jewish War," which chronicles the Roman-Jewish conflict. His writing style is characterized by detailed accounts and unbiased reporting. His contributions to literature include providing valuable historical insights into the events of his time.