The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 04: Caligula by Suetonius
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| Author | Suetonius, 69?-122? |
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| Editor | Forester, Thomas |
| Translator | Thomson, Alexander, M.D. |
| Title | The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 04: Caligula |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger |
| Summary | "The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 04: Caligula" by Suetonius is a historical account written during the early 2nd century. This work delves into the lives and reigns of the first twelve emperors of Rome, with this particular volume focusing specifically on Caligula, the third emperor, known for his notorious and often bizarre behavior. The text is likely to cover Caligula's rise to power, his reign marked by extravagance and cruelty, and the events leading to his assassination. The opening of this biography establishes the background of Caligula, detailing the impressive lineage of his father, Germanicus, and the circumstances surrounding his birth. Suetonius introduces the character of Caligula, highlighting his upbringing in the army and early life influenced by his father’s legacy. As the text progresses, the narrative hints at Caligula's complex personality, showcasing both his charm and cruelty. Notably, the opening suggests a deep dive into the transition from the public's initial adoration of Caligula as a successor to Germanicus to the later fear and disdain as he gained notoriety for his tyrannical and erratic behavior. This section sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Caligula’s controversial reign and actions, which would ultimately define his legacy in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Rome -- History -- Empire, 30 B.C.-284 A.D. |
| Subject | Emperors -- Rome -- Biography -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 6389 |
| Release Date | Dec 13, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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