Gaius Suetonius Tranquillus Knihy

Nejznámějším Suetoniovým dílem jsou bezesporu jeho Životopisy císařů (De vita Caesarum) o osmi knihách. Tuto knihu napsal Suetonius na vrcholu své úřednické dráhy v letech 115 - 120 n.l. a věnoval ji prefektu pretoriánské gardy Septiciovi Clarovi. V této knize popisuje Suetonius císaře počínaje Caesarem jakožto zakladatelem dynastie a konče Domitianem. Jsou nabity konkrétními fakty a údaji o nejintimnějších podrobnostech z jejich života. Pro velké množství detailů není látka uspořádána chronologicky, nýbrž podle určitého schematu, zahrnujícího rozličné stránky státnické činnosti i soukromého života zobrazované osoby. Tato forma Suetoniovy práce bývá často kritizována pro svoji úroveň "bulvárního plátku", ale zůstává faktem, že Životopisy císařů byly a jsou velmi úspěšným dílem, které přiblížilo božské císaře prostému lidu. Našlo si i velké množství pokračovatelů, jeho dílo se totiž stalo jakýmsi vzorem pro autory biografií minimálně do středověku.

But other emperors, such as Tiberius, Caligula, and Nero, infamously used their power to indulge vice and harm others. Ever since their publication, Suetonius' imperial biographies have appealed to readers, both because of their sensational stories and the larger questions of power they raise. They spawned many sequels in antiquity (as well as more recent works like Robert Graves's famed, I, Claudius). While a number of good English translations are in print, reading Lives of the Caesar from cover to cover can be daunting, so many details are included. Also general readers, including students, are really interested in the stories of the bad emperors. This book, then, in a reversal of the usual self-help formula that Suetonius would appreciate, offers selections from the lives of four bad emperors (Julius Caesar, Tiberius, Caligula, and Nero) to create a guide on how to be a bad leader. own worst qualities and become more dangerous to us than any enemy. .

Published by Penguin for more than sixty years, the author and scholar Robert Graves wrote two of the greatest historical novels of the twentieth century: I Claudius and Claudius the God. Written as Claudius' autobiography, they follow his progress from a stammering figure of fun to the ruler of the Roman Empire. Here, in extracts from both books, he describes the glory and decadence of the mad Emperor Caligula's reign - an age of wild debauchery and whimsical cruelty.

The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 11: Titus, has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future generations. This entire book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not made from scanned copies, the text is readable and clear.

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Focusing on the historical significance of Domitian, this volume of The Lives of the Twelve Caesars provides a detailed account of the life and reign of the Roman Emperor. The book has been meticulously retyped and redesigned to enhance readability, ensuring that its insights into Roman history remain accessible for both current and future audiences. This preservation effort underscores the enduring value of the work, making it a vital resource for those interested in the complexities of imperial leadership and governance in ancient Rome.

Focusing on Tiberius, this volume of The Lives of the Twelve Caesars offers an insightful exploration of the life and reign of the second Roman emperor. Recognized for its historical significance, the book has been meticulously retyped and reformatted to enhance readability, ensuring that its valuable content remains accessible to contemporary readers. The effort to preserve this classic work highlights its enduring relevance for both current and future generations interested in Roman history.

The biography explores the intriguing life of Claudius, the fourth Roman emperor, who ruled from AD 41 to 54. Born in Roman Gaul, he was the first emperor not born in Italy, yet he had Sabine ancestry. His early life was marked by physical disabilities that led to family ostracism and exclusion from public office until he became consul alongside his nephew, Caligula. The narrative delves into his unexpected rise to power and the complexities of his character, providing insights into the Julio-Claudian dynasty's dynamics.