Suetonius: Caesars

Suetonius's Lives of the Caesars is a classical collection of imperial biographies offering vivid, often scandalous portraits of Rome's early emperors, blending anecdote with historical detail.

Tom Holland's contemporary translation and presentation aim to bring Suetonius's lively prose to modern readers, emphasizing parallels between ancient imperial personalities and today's political figures.

The work illuminates Roman imperial culture, personal vice, and political power through Suetonius's anecdotal style.

Holland's edition includes scholarly notes and an accessible introduction to contextualize the emperors for contemporary audiences.

Suetonius remains a crucial primary source for understanding imperial Rome's character and intrigue.