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Title: The Caesars

Note: Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

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Summary: "The Cæsars" by Thomas De Quincey is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The book explores the unique and unparalleled nature of the Roman emperors, particularly focusing on Julius Cæsar and his profound influence on Rome as both a city and an empire, alongside the legacy of subsequent emperors. De Quincey delves into the complexities of power dynamics during the era, offering a deep analysis of Cæsar's character and his role in the transition from republic to empire. At the start of the book, De Quincey sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the Roman emperors, beginning with an examination of the singular character of Julius Cæsar. He reflects on the perception of Cæsar’s rule and the grandeur of Rome during its height, arguing that Cæsar was not merely a despoiler of Roman liberty but, paradoxically, the figure that enabled Rome to realize its fullest potential. The opening also discusses the harsh realities faced by emperors, including the precariousness of their power and the ever-present threat of assassination. Through vivid historical anecdotes, De Quincey engages the reader with a mix of grand narratives and intimate glimpses into the lives of these extraordinary figures that shaped the ancient world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: De Quincey, Thomas, 1785-1859

EBook No.: 6672

Published: Oct 1, 2004

Downloads: 68

Language: English

Subject: Emperors -- Rome

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: The Caesars

Note: Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Text file produced by Anne Soulard, Charles Franks and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team
HTML file produced by David Widger

Summary: "The Cæsars" by Thomas De Quincey is a historical account likely written in the early 19th century. The book explores the unique and unparalleled nature of the Roman emperors, particularly focusing on Julius Cæsar and his profound influence on Rome as both a city and an empire, alongside the legacy of subsequent emperors. De Quincey delves into the complexities of power dynamics during the era, offering a deep analysis of Cæsar's character and his role in the transition from republic to empire. At the start of the book, De Quincey sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the Roman emperors, beginning with an examination of the singular character of Julius Cæsar. He reflects on the perception of Cæsar’s rule and the grandeur of Rome during its height, arguing that Cæsar was not merely a despoiler of Roman liberty but, paradoxically, the figure that enabled Rome to realize its fullest potential. The opening also discusses the harsh realities faced by emperors, including the precariousness of their power and the ever-present threat of assassination. Through vivid historical anecdotes, De Quincey engages the reader with a mix of grand narratives and intimate glimpses into the lives of these extraordinary figures that shaped the ancient world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: De Quincey, Thomas, 1785-1859

EBook No.: 6672

Published: Oct 1, 2004

Downloads: 68

Language: English

Subject: Emperors -- Rome

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.