A good and enjoyable book.
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Suetonius sets an nice example how to make history interesting. The book starts with the story of Julius Caesar and covers among others the stars of the imperial period: Augustus, Tiberius, Gaius (Caligula) and Nero. The life stories of emperors are well balanced. First, the contributions to the state are covered and only then the malevolent deeds get space. Stories are spiced with fitting dose of gossip. Thanks to the good translation (Mr Graves) and editing (Mr Grant) the book is easy and satisfying read.
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