From Augustus to Nero

The reigns of the Julio-Claudian emperors were characterized by murder and debauchery. This book presents a narrative of these reigns ranging from Augustus to Nero with passages in original Latin from Tacitus Suetonius and Seneca. The text accordingly exposes Augustus'' adulterous affairs; the depraved Tiberius; the extravagance and madness of Caligula; the ineffective Claudius; and Nero''s artistic pretensions. Featuring a comprehensive introduction detailed notes and an appreciation of each writer the volume is essential reading for students who have completed an introductory Latin course.