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I, Claudius
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Discover the gripping tale of power, betrayal, and suspense in Robert Graves's masterwork, *I, Claudius*. This enchanting historical fiction novel brilliantly captures the dynamics of the Roman Empire through the eyes of an unlikely hero, Claudius. Expertly crafted in the form of an autobiography, Claudius narrates his survival amidst the treacherous intrigues of Roman nobility, providing an extraordinary glimpse into imperial life. This 2006 Penguin Modern Classics edition, enhanced with an insightful introduction by Barry Unsworth, offers readers 400 pages of meticulously researched and vividly depicted events of ancient Rome.
Dive into the chilling reigns of emperors like Augustus, whose wisdom is overshadowed by the manipulative Livia; Tiberius, the complex ruler marked by paranoia; and Caligula, infamous for his extravagant madness. Claudius, often dismissed as a frail fool, emerges as a poignant observer and an astute commentator on the decadence surrounding him.
Perfect for enthusiasts of historical novels, *I, Claudius* stands as a monumental example of how literature can breathe life into the past. This classic has influenced generations and remains a must-read for anyone intrigued by Roman history and literature. If you appreciated this captivating narrative, don't miss the sequel, *Claudius the God*, also available in the Penguin Modern Classics series. Experience the drama, the intrigue, and the unforgettable characters of ancient Rome in this timeless tale that has been celebrated as one of the greatest works of historical fiction.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141188591
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2006
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 400
Description:
Bringing to life the subterfuge and double-dealing of Roman nobility, Robert Graves's I, Claudius brings the ancient world to life with startling clarity and meticulous realism. This Penguin Modern Classics edition is a includes an introduction by Barry Unsworth.
Despised for his weakness and regarded by his family as little more than a stammering fool, the nobleman Claudius quietly survives the intrigues, bloody purges and mounting cruelty of the imperial Roman dynasties. In I, Claudius he watches from the sidelines to record the reigns of its emperors- from the wise Augustus and his villainous wife Livia to the sadistic Tiberius and the insane excesses of Caligula. Written in the form of Claudius' autobiography, this is the first part of Robert Graves's brilliant account of the madness and debauchery of ancient Rome, and stands as one of the most celebrated, gripping historical novels ever written.
If you enjoyed I, Claudius, you might like Graves's sequel Claudius the God, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.
'An imaginative and hugely readable account of the early decades of the Roman Empire ... racy, inventive, often comic'
Daily Telegraph
'Still an acknowledged masterpiece and a model for historical fiction ... sympathetic and intensely involving- a great feat of imagination'
Hilary Mantel, author of Wolf Hall
Dive into the chilling reigns of emperors like Augustus, whose wisdom is overshadowed by the manipulative Livia; Tiberius, the complex ruler marked by paranoia; and Caligula, infamous for his extravagant madness. Claudius, often dismissed as a frail fool, emerges as a poignant observer and an astute commentator on the decadence surrounding him.
Perfect for enthusiasts of historical novels, *I, Claudius* stands as a monumental example of how literature can breathe life into the past. This classic has influenced generations and remains a must-read for anyone intrigued by Roman history and literature. If you appreciated this captivating narrative, don't miss the sequel, *Claudius the God*, also available in the Penguin Modern Classics series. Experience the drama, the intrigue, and the unforgettable characters of ancient Rome in this timeless tale that has been celebrated as one of the greatest works of historical fiction.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141188591
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2006
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 400
Description:
Bringing to life the subterfuge and double-dealing of Roman nobility, Robert Graves's I, Claudius brings the ancient world to life with startling clarity and meticulous realism. This Penguin Modern Classics edition is a includes an introduction by Barry Unsworth.
Despised for his weakness and regarded by his family as little more than a stammering fool, the nobleman Claudius quietly survives the intrigues, bloody purges and mounting cruelty of the imperial Roman dynasties. In I, Claudius he watches from the sidelines to record the reigns of its emperors- from the wise Augustus and his villainous wife Livia to the sadistic Tiberius and the insane excesses of Caligula. Written in the form of Claudius' autobiography, this is the first part of Robert Graves's brilliant account of the madness and debauchery of ancient Rome, and stands as one of the most celebrated, gripping historical novels ever written.
If you enjoyed I, Claudius, you might like Graves's sequel Claudius the God, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.
'An imaginative and hugely readable account of the early decades of the Roman Empire ... racy, inventive, often comic'
Daily Telegraph
'Still an acknowledged masterpiece and a model for historical fiction ... sympathetic and intensely involving- a great feat of imagination'
Hilary Mantel, author of Wolf Hall
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