Bernard W. Henderson / Bernard WHenderson
Librería Samer Atenea
Librería Aciertas (Toledo)
Kálamo Books
Librería Perelló (Valencia)
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Donde los libros
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
The Life and Principate of the Emperor Nero, written by Bernard W. Henderson, is a comprehensive biography of one of the most infamous rulers of ancient Rome. The book covers Nero’s life from his birth in 37 AD to his death in 68 AD, exploring his upbringing, education, rise to power, and reign as emperor. Henderson delves into Nero’s personal life, including his relationships with his mother, Agrippina, and his wives, as well as his artistic pursuits as a musician and actor. The author also examines Nero’s political and military accomplishments, such as his successful campaigns against the Parthians and his building projects in Rome, as well as his failures, such as his mishandling of the Great Fire of Rome in 64 AD. Throughout the book, Henderson analyzes the various historical accounts of Nero’s reign, offering his own interpretations and insights. He also provides a detailed examination of the political and social context of Nero’s time, including the role of the Roman Senate, the power struggles within the imperial court, and the religious and cultural practices of the Roman people. Overall, The Life and Principate of the Emperor Nero is a thorough and engaging biography that sheds light on one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in Roman history.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.
