The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 04: Caligula
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 04: Caligula
Translated by Alexander M.D. Thomson
The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 04: Caligula is a historical biography written by Suetonius in the early 2nd century. This volume focuses on Gaius Julius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, commonly known as Caligula, the third emperor of Rome, whose reign was marked by extravagance, cruelty, and notorious behavior. Suetonius explores Caligula's rise to power, his complex personality, and the transition from public adoration to fear and disdain leading to his assassination. This work is notable for its detailed account of the early Roman Empire and its emperors, influencing historical perspectives on leadership and tyranny.
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“He [Caligula] also refused to examine a report supposedly concerning his own safety, on the ground that nobody could have any reason to hate him””
— Suetonius
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