Emperors Don't Die in Bed by Fik Meijer
This fresh and engaging book looks at each of the Roman emperors from Julius Caesar in 44BC to Romulus Augustulus in AD 476, illuminating not only the manner of their deaths but what their final days tell us about their lives. We also hear how the most powerful position in the history of the Western world held a permanent appeal, despite its perils, with eager candidates constantly coming forward to seize the throne. Very few of the Roman emperors died a natural death. The insane Caligula was murdered after leaving the theatre; Caracalla while he was relieving himself. Caesar was stabbed twenty three times and Otho was dragged into the Tiber with a flesh-hook. However great an emperor's power, danger was ever present. Emperors Don't Die in Bed provides a clear history of the imperial succession as well as a compelling depiction of the intrigue and drama of Roman imperial politics.'M certainly makes Roman history exciting.. A copy of this book deserves a place in a department library.' - The Journal of Classics Teaching
'Meijer's work is an excellent introduction to a complex subject and will be of use to any layperson or undergraduate who wants delve into Roman imperial history.' - BMCR
'Fik Meijer's book is very handy as a repetition course for everybody interested in the history and fate of the Roman emperors.' – Arctos
Fik Meijer is professor of Ancient History at the University of Amsterdam, translator and author. His most recent publication is St. Paul's Seavoyage to Rome.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780415312028 |
| ISBN 10 | 0415312027 |
| Title | Emperors Don't Die in Bed |
| Author | Fik Meijer |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Year published | 2004-04-22 |
| Number of pages | 192 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |