Robert (Translator) Revised By Michael Grant Suetonius; Gaius Suetonius Tranquillus; Graves

About the Author

Gaius Suetonius Tranquillus, the renowned Roman historian and biographer of the early second century AD, is celebrated for his meticulous accounts of the lives of Rome's first twelve emperors, blending historical fact with scandalous anecdotes to offer a vivid portrait of imperial power and excess. Born around 69 AD, Suetonius served as secretary to Emperor Hadrian before dedicating himself to scholarship, drawing on official records and personal interviews to craft his enduring work. This edition of The Twelve Caesars has been masterfully translated by Robert Graves and revised by the esteemed classicist Michael Grant, enhancing its accessibility while preserving the original's sharp wit and unflinching detail. Suetonius's narratives continue to captivate readers, providing invaluable insights into the grandeur and depravity of ancient Rome.