Tacitus
Tacitus: Annals Book XV
Tacitus: Annals Book XV
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Tacitus' account of Nero's principate is a valuable historical source, providing insight into the imperial system's survival and the events of his reign. This edition offers a comprehensive introduction, grammatical difficulties, and historical context to help students and instructors understand and appreciate the text.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 382 pages
\n Publication date: 28 December 2017
\n Publisher: Cambridge University Press
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Tacitus' account of Nero's principate is an extraordinary piece of historical writing, showcasing his graphic narrative (including Annals XV) as one of the highlights of the greatest surviving historian of the Roman Empire. It vividly describes how the imperial system endured Nero's flamboyant and hedonistic tenure as emperor, encompassing a range of famous passages, from the devastating Great Fire of Rome in AD 64 to the city-wide party organized by Nero's praetorian prefect, Tigellinus, in Rome. This edition aims to unlock the complexities and difficulties of this challenging yet popular text for students and instructors alike. It delves into the historical context of the work, exploring the literary artistry of Tacitus, as well as providing grammatical explanations of Latin for students. Additionally, it includes a comprehensive introduction that addresses historical, literary, and stylistic issues, enhancing the reader's understanding and appreciation of Tacitus' masterpiece.
\n Weight: 468g\n
Dimension: 139 x 214 x 25 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780521269391\n \n
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