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Annals Vol 1

Annals Vol 1

Von: Publius Cornelius Tacitus
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In his final masterpiece, The Annals, Tacitus masterfully chronicles the tumultuous years following Augustus Caesars death in 14 AD. Although he aimed to write at least 16 books, several sections have been lost to history, including books 7-10 and parts of books 5, 6, 11, and 16. The narrative culminates with Tiberiuss death, leaving us to ponder how Tacitus would have depicted the reigns of Caligula and Claudius, leading into the dramatic events of Nero’s rule and his death in June 68 AD. Tacituss ambition for a comprehensive history of the early Empire remains unfulfilled, as he passed away before detailing the lives of Nerva and Trajan. This gripping historical account, rich with insight, offers a captivating glimpse into a critical era of Roman history, leaving us to wonder about the depths of Tacituss intended revelations. (Summary from Wikipedia.)Copyright Assorted Non Fiction Kunst Politik & Regierungen Welt
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