The Life of the Caesars

The Twelve Caesars offers a detailed collective biography of the first twelve leaders of the Roman Empire, starting with Julius Caesar and including emperors from Augustus to Domitian. Written during Hadrian's reign, the work provides insights into the lives and reigns of these influential figures, despite some chapters being lost. Dedicated to Gaius Septicius Clarus, a prefect of the Praetorian Guard, this text remains a crucial historical source, revealing the complexities and intrigues of early imperial Rome.