Tiberius: The Resentful Caesar - Hardcover

by Gregorio Maranon (Author), Ronald Syme (Author)

Tiberius: The Resentful Caesar is a historical biography written by Gregorio Maranon. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Tiberius, the second Roman Emperor who ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. The author delves into the complex personality of Tiberius, exploring his troubled childhood, his strained relationship with his mother, and his deep-seated resentment towards his adoptive father, Augustus. Maranon also examines Tiberius' political and military achievements, including his campaigns in Germany and his efforts to reform the Roman legal system. The book sheds light on the controversies surrounding Tiberius' rule, including his alleged involvement in the death of his predecessor, Augustus, and his reputation as a cruel and tyrannical leader. The author draws on a range of primary sources, including ancient texts and archaeological evidence, to provide a nuanced and insightful portrayal of one of Rome's most enigmatic emperors. Overall, Tiberius: The Resentful Caesar is a fascinating and engaging read that will appeal to anyone interested in Roman history and the lives of its most famous leaders.This is a new release of the original 1956 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.