The History of Rome, Book II From the abolition of the monarchy in Rome to the unification of Italy is the second part of the landmark work of the German historian Theodor Mommsen. In this book, the author examines a difficult period in the history of the Roman Republic, starting with the moment of deviation from the monarchy. There are important pages in the development of the Roman state, internal political battles and external wars that shaped the character and power of the Roman state. Mommsen reveals the history of Rome in a unique light, focusing on details and analyzing events from the perspective of culture and society. This book is an important source for understanding the formation of the Roman state and its influence on the further development of Europe.