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The Emperor Claudius
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Author : Vincent M. Scramuzza
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1971
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The Emperor Claudius
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Author : Vincent Mary Scramuzza
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1940
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Claudius
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Author : Barbara Levick
language : en
Publisher: Psychology Press
Release Date : 2001
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Claudius became emperor after the assassination of Caligula, and was deified by his successor Nero in AD 54. Opinions of him have varied greatly over succeeding centuries, but he has mostly been caricatured as a reluctant emperor, hampered by a speech impediment, who preferred reading to ruling. Barbara Levick's authoritative study reassesses the reign of Claudius, examining his political objectives and activities within the constitutional, political, social and economic development of Rome. Out of Levick's critical scrutiny of the literary, archaeological and epigraphic sources emerges a different Claudius - an intelligent politician, ruthlessly determined to secure his position as ruler. A history of political and domestic intrigue, as well as an investigation into the development and limits of imperial power, this study is essential reading for historians of the Roman Empire.
Claudius
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Author : Charles River Charles River Editors
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2018-07-08
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*Includes pictures *Includes ancient accounts *Includes online resources and a bibliography for further reading Throughout the history of the Roman Empire, many rulers held the reins of ultimate power. Some of them, like Octavian, Trajan, Hadrian, Constantine, and Marcus Aurelius, are still celebrated and considered among antiquity's great statesmen, generals and thinkers. But the Roman Empire also had its fair share of notorious villains, from the sadistic Nero to the debauched Commodus. And yet, all of Rome's poor rulers pale in comparison to the record and legacy of Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, a young man remembered by posterity as Caligula. Given how bad some of Rome's emperors were, it's a testament to just how insane and reviled Caligula was that he is still remembered nearly 2,000 years later as the epitome of everything that could be wrong with a tyrant. The Romans had high hopes for him after he succeeded Tiberius in 37 CE, and by all accounts he was a noble and just ruler during his first few months in power. But after that, he suffered some sort of mysterious illness that apparently rendered him insane, and the list of Caligula's strange actions became quite lengthy in almost no time at all. Among other things, Caligula began appearing in public dressed as gods and goddesses, and his incest, sexual perversion, and thirst for blood were legendary at the time, difficult accomplishments considering Roman society was fairly accustomed to and tolerant of such things. Caligula has always fascinated people, and people have speculated for centuries whether the stories about his misdeeds are true, but what is clear is that the Romans had more than enough by 41 CE, when the Praetorian Guard turned on the young emperor and assassinated him. Caligula's reign was so traumatic to the Romans that they even considered restoring the Republic, but military officials ultimately installed Claudius, the only male left in the Julian family line, as emperor. Today, Claudius is particularly remembered for the conquest of Britain, as Roman power there had weakened since Julius Caesar had invaded nearly a century before. Beyond this, he established Roman colonies on the frontiers of the empire, annexed several territories in North Africa (including Thrace and Mauritania), and made Judea a province. Claudius's rule stands out in other aspects as well. He paid great attention to Rome's judicial system and religious policy, and the Empire's infrastructure was improved during his reign, with the construction of new roads and aqueducts, as well as a new harbor at Ostia. Efforts were also made to import grain as a reliable food source for Italy. Claudius also made significant changes to the government's administrative system, increasing the emperor's control and using freedmen as the heads of several divisions of administration, such as the treasury. Additionally, he realized the importance of the provinces and worked to incorporate them into the empire fully. What makes Claudius such a surprisingly effective emperor, aside from his strange route to power, was that he was considered physically and mentally incompetent for political life. At the same time, Claudius managed to take the throne against the will of the Senate thanks to the support of the Praetorian Guard, and despite his efforts to work with the Senate, the relationship would always be troublesome. Under Claudius, the Senate lost power, which is partially why some of the most important sources on Claudius's life and reign are openly hostile toward him. The Apocolocyntosis divi Claudii, written by Seneca (who had been exiled at the beginning of Claudius's reign), ridicules the emperor's physical difficulties and judicial decisions. Later writers, such as Tacitus, Cassius Dio, and Suetonius, echo what Seneca wrote, claiming that Claudius was controlled by his wives and the freedmen he'd made a part of his government.
The Emperor Claudius
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Author : Lolia Florence Stout
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1931
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I Claudius
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Author : Robert Graves
language : en
Publisher: Rosetta Books
Release Date : 2014-03-06
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“One of the really remarkable books of our day”—the story of the Roman emperor on which the award-winning BBC TV series was based (The New York Times). Once a rather bookish young man with a limp and a stammer, a man who spent most of his time trying to stay away from the danger and risk of the line of ascension, Claudius seemed an unlikely candidate for emperor. Yet, on the death of Caligula, Claudius finds himself next in line for the throne, and must stay alive as well as keep control. Drawing on the histories of Plutarch, Suetonius, and Tacitus, noted historian and classicist Robert Graves tells the story of the much-maligned Emperor Claudius with both skill and compassion. Weaving important themes throughout about the nature of freedom and safety possible in a monarchy, Graves’s Claudius is both more effective and more tragic than history typically remembers him. A bestselling novel and one of Graves’ most successful, I, Claudius has been adapted to television, film, theatre, and audio. “[A] legendary tale of Claudius . . . [A] gem of modern literature.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Claudius
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Author : Arnaldo Momigliano
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1961
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Claudius The Outsider The Emperor Of Rome
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Author : Paul Freeman
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2023-04-16
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A fascinating look at one of ancient history's most surprising emperors, Claudius, is provided through the book Claudius, Roman Emperor. Claudius' narrative is one of tenacity, tenacity, and intellectual curiosity from his humble origins as a physically handicapped outsider to his ascent to a formidable commander of one of the most powerful empires in history. With a focus on Claudius's early years, rise to power, and tenure as emperor, this book offers a thorough analysis of his life. We examine his obstacles, such as assassination attempts and opposition from strong groups, as well as his contributions to Roman society and culture, such as his public works initiatives, scholarly pursuits, and religious reforms. Along with examining Nero's reign's long-lasting effects on Rome and the rest of the globe, the book also explores the controversy surrounding Claudius's passing and his replacement. "Claudius, Roman Emperor" is an insightful investigation of one of the most fascinating figures in ancient history, offering in-depth analysis and compelling storytelling.
Claudius The God And His Wife Messalina
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Author : Robert Graves
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1962
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Claudius The God And His Wife Messalina
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Author : Robert Graves
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1940
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A continuation of Mr. Graves's I, Claudius, but a complete story in itself and a very curious and moving one. In A.D. 41, on the assassination of his mad nephew Caligula, the learned and retiring Claudius, whom most people regarded as an imbecile, was unexpectedly acclaimed as Emperor by the Imperial Guards. He was a confirmed Republican; his first passionate refusal to reign was not taken seriously, and he gave in, chiefly because he believed that only by his doing so could civil war be avoided. The Senate accepted him, too, when it saw that he had the support of the Army, and he settled down to work at once, doing his best to reconcile his republican convictions with practical patriotism. His methods of government were unconventional because he had almost no administrative experience behind him, and he earned a great deal of ridicule, but got things done somehow.