9780428265601 - Der Philosoph Seneca als Quelle für die Beurteilung der Ersten Römischen Kaiser (Classic Reprint) di Dirichlet, George Lejeune (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and rule of Tiberius, the second Roman emperor, through the lens of the writings of the philosopher Seneca. Despite being a loyal subject of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, Seneca's philosophical writings often provide a window into the true nature of Tiberius' reign. Seneca's analysis of Tiberius' behavior, including his actions towards family members and his political opponents, reveals a complex and often contradictory character. While acknowledging Tiberius' positive qualities, including his initial commitment to justice and moderation, the book also sheds light on the emperor's increasing paranoia, cruelty, and reliance on informants. By examining Seneca's observations alongside the accounts of other ancient historians, this book paints a nuanced and thought-provoking portrait of one of Rome's most enigmatic emperors, exploring the interplay between power, morality, and the human psyche in one of history's most fascinating periods. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.