The first book of the Epitome of Roman History (based on the writings of Livy) is mainly about the establishment and growth of Rome; while the second is mainly about the decline of Rome and its changing morals.
The first book of the Epitome of Roman History is mainly about the establishment and growth of Rome. The second is mainly about the decline of Rome and its changing morals. The documentation the book provides is mainly based on the writings of Livy, who was a Roman historian and author responsible for the work Ab Urbe Condita Libri. 
