Caligula
작성자
Allan Massie
아직 평점이 없습니다
형식
페이퍼백
페이지
288
언어
영어
출판됨
Jan 1, 2004
출판사
Sceptre
ISBN-10
0340823143
ISBN-13
9780340823149
설명
Allan Massie delves into the tumultuous reign of Gaius Caligula, exploring the complexities behind the notorious figure often branded as the "mad emperor." While Caligula's eccentricities and brutalities are well-documented, Massie's narrative invites readers to look deeper into the motivations and circumstances that shaped his rule.
Through vivid storytelling, he paints a portrait of a man torn between the trappings of power and the unraveling of his sanity. The stark contrasts of opulence and despair reflect the chaotic nature of the Roman Empire at the time, as well as Caligula's relationship with those around him.
As history unravels Caligula's legacy, Massie carefully captures the essence of an emperor whose reign was defined by both ambition and madness, revealing the human side of this infamous leader amidst the backdrop of political intrigue and personal turmoil.
Through vivid storytelling, he paints a portrait of a man torn between the trappings of power and the unraveling of his sanity. The stark contrasts of opulence and despair reflect the chaotic nature of the Roman Empire at the time, as well as Caligula's relationship with those around him.
As history unravels Caligula's legacy, Massie carefully captures the essence of an emperor whose reign was defined by both ambition and madness, revealing the human side of this infamous leader amidst the backdrop of political intrigue and personal turmoil.