Nero
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Nero
(Blackwell ancient lives)
Blackwell Pub., 2005
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Nero
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Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. [163]-164) and index
Originally published: C.H. Beck, 1999
Description and Table of Contents
Description
In this rigorously researched biography Jurgen Malitz invites readers to reconsider the reputation of the Roman Emperor Nero.
Focuses on the growing tension between Nero's artistic tendencies and his role as emperor.
Steers readers through the diverse interpretations of Nero that have arisen through the ages.
Allows readers to form a balanced judgment of this divisive and controversial Emperor.
Table of Contents
List of Illustrations. Nero's Family Tree.
The Roman Empire.
Timeline.
Part I: Augustus' Great-great-grandson.
Part II: Heir to the Throne.
Part III: Quinquennium Neronis.
Part IV: Matricide.
Part V: "What a loss for the theatre".
Part VI:The Princeps and the Populace of Rome.
Part VII:The Provinces of the Empire.
Part VIII: The Great Fire of Rome.
Part IX: Opposition.
Part X: Trip to Greece.
Part XI: The End of the Dynasty.
Part XII: Quo Vadis? Nero's "Afterlife".
Appendix: The Lives of the Twelve Caesars: An English Translation, Augmented with the Biographies of Contemporary Statesmen, Orators, Poets, and Other Associates: Suetonius.
Bibliography.
Index
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