The Annals of Imperial Rome

Penguin, UK, 1996. Reprint. Medium Trade Paperback. Very Good. Medium Trade Paperback. 455 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Penguin, UK, 1996. Reprint. *** CONDITION: This book is in very good condition. More specifically: Covers have no creasing. Edges of covers have superficial wear. Spine is uncreased. . Edges of pages are lightly browned. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: "The Annals of Imperial Rome" recount the major historical events from the years shortly before the death of Augustus to the death of Nero in AD 68. With clarity and vivid intensity Tacitus describes the reign of terror under the corrupt Tiberius, the great fire of Rome during the time of Nero and the wars, poisonings, scandals, conspiracies and murders that were part of imperial life. Despite his claim that the "Annals" were written objectively, Tacitus' account is sharply critical of the emperors' excesses and fearful for the future of imperial Rome, while also filled with a longing for its past glories. Michael Grant's translation captures the moral tone, astringent wit and stylish vigour of the original. His introduction discusses the life and works of Tacitus and the historical context of the "Annals". *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: History; ISBN/EAN: 9780140440607. Inventory No: 24050044.. 9780140440607