THE ANNALS (eBook)

Tacitus (Autor)

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2018
365 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
978-80-272-4427-0 (ISBN)

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Tacitus' 'The Annals' is a masterpiece of Roman historical literature, providing a detailed account of the reigns of Roman emperors Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, and Nero. Written in a concise and powerful style, Tacitus uses his work to critique the moral decline of Roman society under the despotic rule of these emperors. The book is a key source for understanding the political intrigues, conspiracies, and atrocities that characterized this period in Roman history. Tacitus' use of irony and subtle criticism sets 'The Annals' apart as a work of great literary value. Tacitus, a senator and historian in ancient Rome, lived through the tumultuous reigns of the emperors he wrote about. His firsthand experience with the political climate of the time gives his writing a depth of insight into the motivations and actions of those in power. Tacitus' commitment to historical accuracy and his willingness to challenge prevailing narratives make 'The Annals' a vital resource for understanding the complexities of Roman history. For readers interested in Roman history, political intrigue, and the moral dilemmas of power, Tacitus' 'The Annals' is a must-read. This seminal work offers a compelling and thought-provoking analysis of the corrupting influence of absolute power, making it a timeless classic in historical literature.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 2.11.2018
• Übersetzer: Alfred John Church, William Jackson Brodribb
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte / Antike
• Themenwelt: Geschichte ► Allgemeine Geschichte ► Altertum / Antike
• Schlagworte: Alexander the Great • Ancient history • Ancient Rome • Caesar • Claudius era • Historical account • Imperial corruption • Ken Follett • Mythos • Nero reign • political intrigue • Political power struggle • Robert Graves • Roman History • Roman senate • sapiens • SPQR • The Falcon of Sparta • The Fisherman's Tomb • Tiberius reign
• ISBN-10: 80-272-4427-7 / 8027244277
• ISBN-13: 978-80-272-4427-0 / 9788027244270