Nero: Emperor and Court

Synopsis

This Book Portrays Nero, Not As The Murderous Tyrant Of Tradition, But As A Young Man Ever-more Reluctant To Fulfil His Responsibilities As Emperor And Ever-more Anxious To Demonstrate His Genuine Skills As A Sportsman And Artist. This Reluctance Caused Him To Allow Others To Rule, And Rule Surprisingly Well, In His Name.--provided By Publisher. John F. Drinkwater, University Of Nottingham. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.