Ancient Rome's Worst Emperors

Ancient Romes Worst Emperors explores the mad, bad, and catastrophically incompetent rulers of Rome from 27 BCE to 476 CE, including Caligula, Valentinian II, and others. It examines evidence of their failures, such as sadistic acts of cruelty, paranoia, poor decision-making skills, and being the wrong man at the wrong time.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2023
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Between 27 BCE and 476 CE, a remarkable series of individuals ascended to the throne as Roman Emperors, presiding over a vast empire that encompassed Europe, North Africa, and the Near East. While some of these rulers exhibited exceptional leadership, expanding Rome's territories, establishing just laws, and maintaining order within the city, others fell far short of expectations. Ancient Rome's Worst Emperors delves into the captivating and often humorous examination of the mad, the bad, and the catastrophically inept rulers of the Roman Empire. From the sadistically cruel Caligula to the hopelessly weak Valentinian II, numerous individuals failed dismally in their roles as emperors for various reasons. However, what defines a "worst emperor" and what evidence supports such a designation? Moreover, should we believe these accounts and narratives? Join us on a fascinating journey as we explore the darkest aspects of ancient Roman leadership, encompassing acts of cruelty, paranoia, poor decision-making, and the perilous consequences of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399084420