The Annals (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169324039)

The Annals is a historical book written by the Roman historian Tacitus, whose full name is Publius Cornelius Tacitus. The book covers the history of the Roman Empire from the reign of Tiberius to that of Nero, spanning from AD 14 to AD 68. It is considered one of the greatest historical works of the ancient world and is highly valued for its detailed and accurate accounts of the political and social events of the time.The Annals is divided into 16 books, each covering a different period of Roman history. The book begins with the death of Augustus and the succession of Tiberius, who is portrayed as a paranoid and cruel ruler. The subsequent books cover the reigns of Caligula and Claudius, as well as the early years of Nero's reign. Tacitus provides a detailed account of the political intrigues, military campaigns, and social customs of the Roman Empire during this period.The Annals is also known for its vivid descriptions of the lives of the Roman people, including their customs, beliefs, and daily activities. Tacitus provides insight into the lives of the wealthy and powerful, as well as the struggles of the poor and disenfranchised. He also includes accounts of significant events such as the Great Fire of Rome and the persecution of Christians.Overall, The Annals is a valuable historical document that provides a detailed and insightful account of the Roman Empire during a crucial period of its history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history or the history of the Roman Empire.And now bills were passed, not only for national objects but for individual cases, and laws were most numerous when the commonwealth was most corrupt.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.

Author: P. Cornelius Tacitus
ISBN-10: 1169324037
ISBN-13: 9781169324039
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 338
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.77lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.81d