The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 02: Augustus
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 02: Augustus
Translated by Alexander M.D. Thomson
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 02: Augustus is a historical biography by Suetonius, written in the early 2nd century AD. It chronicles the life of Augustus, the first Emperor of Rome, detailing his rise to power, military conquests, and significant reforms that shaped the Roman Empire. The text provides insights into his genealogy, early life, and the complexities of his character, set against the backdrop of the civil wars that led to his leadership. This work is notable for its detailed portrayal of Augustus's influence on Roman governance and culture.
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“About this time he had the sarcophagus and body of Alexander the Great brought forth from its shrine, and after gazing on it, showed his respect by placing upon it a golden crown and strewing it with flowers; and being then asked whether he wished to see the tomb of the Ptolemies as well, he replied, "My wish was to see a king, not corpses.””
— Suetonius
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