Champlin, E
Nero
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674018228
- author:
- Champlin, E
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Harvard University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 360
- Dimensions:
- 146 mm X 225 mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Roman Emperor Nero is often remembered for his extravagance and brutality. In this thought-provoking biography, Edward Champlin reimagines Nero's reputation as that of an imperial actor with a deep understanding of Roman history and mythology. Champlin sheds new light on the motivations behind Nero's infamous actions, revealing the artist who saw himself as a heroic figure. By exploring the cultural context in which Nero lived, Champlin offers a nuanced portrayal of this complex historical figure.
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