Bücher von David (University of Lancaster Shotter

History sees Augustus Caesar as the first emperor of Rome, whose system of ordered government provided a firm and stable basis for the expansion and prosperity of the Roman Empire. Hailed as 'restorer of the republic' and regarded by some as a deity in his own lifetime, Augustus was emulated by many of his successors.

The reign of Nero from AD 54 to AD 68, is often judged to be the embodiment of the extravagance and corruption that have come to symbolise ancient Rome. This book provides a reassessment of this view and discusses Nero's early life and accession to power, Nero's perception of himself, his domestic and international policies, and more.

Fully revised and update with the latest field research, an expanded guide to further reading, and drawing on a wealth of knowledge, this examination of the Roman republic's fall is useful for all students of history and classical studies.