| Author |
Suetonius, 69?-122? |
| Editor |
Forester, Thomas |
| Translator |
Thomson, Alexander, M.D. |
| Title |
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 12: Domitian
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Twelve_Caesars
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 12: Domitian" by Suetonius is a historical account written during the early 2nd century. This volume specifically delves into the life and reign of the Roman Emperor Domitian, exploring his complex character and the events that characterized his rule over Rome. Suetonius, a Roman historian, is known for providing detailed biographical sketches of the emperors, making this work an essential reference for those interested in Roman history, politics, and personalities. In this volume, Suetonius presents a vivid portrait of Domitian, outlining his rise from a youth marked by infamy to an emperor whose reign was characterized by a mix of extravagance, paranoia, and cruelty. The text details Domitian's early life, his succession to power, and his ambitious military exploits that often reflected his desire for glory rather than necessity. Suetonius examines Domitian's lavish public spectacles, his harsh treatment of opponents—including senators and philosophers—and the effect of his oppressive policies on Rome's populace. The biography culminates in a dramatic account of his assassination, revealing the fear and hatred he inspired amongst those close to him, juxtaposed with a populace that showed little sorrow at his passing. Through Domitian's story, Suetonius captures the tumultuous nature of imperial power and the complexities of human character amidst the vicissitudes of life at the center of the Roman Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
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| Subject |
Rome -- History -- Empire, 30 B.C.-284 A.D.
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| Subject |
Emperors -- Rome -- Biography -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6397 |
| Release Date |
Dec 13, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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