Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Step back in time to the world of ancient Rome with "Caesars: Dominance and Power," a four-in-one book bundle that explores the fascinating lives and reigns of four of the most intriguing emperors in history: Claudius, Nero, Galba, and Otho. Each of the four books in this bundle delves deep into the personality and rule of a different emperor, offering a comprehensive and engaging exploration of their lives and legacies. In "Claudius: The Unlikely Emperor," you'll discover how a man once deemed an imbecile rose to become one of Rome's most just and successful emperors, while "Nero: The Legacy of a Damned Emperor" takes a closer look at the mad tyrant who played the lyre while Rome burned. "Galba: The Short-Lived Emperor" explores the rise and fall of a man who struggled to hold onto power and ultimately met a violent end, and "Otho: The Forgotten Emperor" sheds light on the brief but significant reign of a man who briefly seized power after Galba's assassination. Together, these four books offer a captivating and comprehensive exploration of ancient Rome and the individuals who shaped its history. Whether you're a history buff or simply fascinated by the world of ancient empires, "Caesars: Dominance and Power" is a must-read. So why wait? Order your copy today and embark on a journey through one of the most intriguing and tumultuous eras in history. Duration - 11h 17m. Author - A.J.Kingston. Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2023 A.J.Kingston ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
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Introduction
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Book 1 - Opening Credits
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Chapter 1: The Early Life of Claudius: A Sickly and Unremarkable Childhood
Duración:00:19:04
Chapter 2: Claudius the Historian: The Life and Times of Etruscan Rome
Duración:00:17:44
Chapter 3: The Unlikely Heir: How Claudius Became Emperor
Duración:00:19:16
Chapter 4: Claudius the Reformer: Administration, Infrastructure, and Public Works
Duración:00:17:34
Chapter 5: A New Era of Roman Expansion: The Conquest of Britain
Duración:00:17:33
Chapter 6: Claudius and the Imperial Family: Marriages, Scandals, and Betrayals
Duración:00:16:54
Chapter 7: A Murderous Court: The Assassination of Messalina and the Rise of Agrippina
Duración:00:16:44
Chapter 8: Building an Empire: Claudius and Roman Foreign Policy
Duración:00:15:28
Chapter 9: The Legacy of Claudius: Succession, Historiography, and Memory
Duración:00:18:17
Chapter 10: The Claudian Era and Beyond: Reflections on the First Century AD
Duración:00:17:43
Book 1 - Closing Credits
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Book 2 - Opening Credits
Duración:00:00:09
Chapter 1: A Star is Born: Nero's Early Life and Education
Duración:00:16:53
Chapter 2: The Young Emperor: Nero's Rise to Power and the Role of the Praetorian Guard
Duración:00:15:14
Chapter 3: Nero's Rome: Art, Culture, and Society in the First Century AD
Duración:00:15:55
Chapter 4: The Fire of Rome: Fact and Fiction in the History of Nero
Duración:00:16:44
Chapter 5: "Nero Fiddled While Rome Burned": Debunking a Myth
Duración:00:16:20
Chapter 6: The Politics of Fear: Nero's Persecution of the Christians
Duración:00:16:11
Chapter 7: The Last Great Conquest: Nero's Ambitions in the East
Duración:00:16:55
Chapter 8: Nero and the Imperial Family: Matricide, Patricide, and Incest
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Chapter 9: The Death of Nero: Suicide, Assassination, or Escape?
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Chapter 10: The Legacy of Nero
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Book 2 - Closing Credits
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Book 3 - Opening Credits
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Chapter 1: A Life in Service: Galba's Early Career and Rise to Power
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Chapter 2: The Year of the Four Emperors: Galba's Role in the Succession Crisis
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Chapter 3: From Spain to Rome: Galba's March on the Capital
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Chapter 4: Galba and the Praetorian Guard: The Importance of Military Support
Duración:00:12:55
Chapter 5: The Short Reign: Galba's Administration and Reforms
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Chapter 6: "The Old Man": Galba's Reputation and Personality
Duración:00:14:04
Chapter 7: The Plot Against Galba: The Assassination of an Emperor
Duración:00:15:34
Chapter 8: The Legacy of Galba: A Footnote in Roman History?
Duración:00:16:54
Chapter 9: The Significance of Galba: Lessons from the Year of the Four Emperors
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Chapter 10: Galba's Rome: Society, Politics, and Culture in the Late Julio-Claudian Era
Duración:00:16:18
Book 3 - Closing Credits
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Book 4 - Opening Credits
Duración:00:00:08
Chapter 1: From Friend to Foe: Otho's Relationship with Nero and Galba
Duración:00:17:39
Chapter 2: A Desperate Gamble: Otho's Bid for the Imperial Throne
Duración:00:17:15
Chapter 3: Otho's Rome: Culture, Society, and Politics in the Year of the Four Emperors
Duración:00:15:52
Chapter 4: The Battle for Italy: Otho vs. Vitellius
Duración:00:18:23
Chapter 5: Otho's Army: Composition, Tactics, and Leadership
Duración:00:16:03
Chapter 6: The Suicide of Otho: A Tragic End to a Short Reign
Duración:00:18:58
Chapter 7: Otho's Legacy: The Forgotten Emperor of the Year of the Four Emperors
Duración:00:15:47
Chapter 8: A Man of Letters: Otho's Literary Works and Patronage
Duración:00:15:19
Chapter 9: Otho's Image in History: From Biased Sources to Modern Interpretations
Duración:00:17:02
Chapter 10: Otho and the Roman Empire: Lessons from a Failed Emperor
Duración:00:17:27
Book 4 - Closing Credits
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About A. J. Kingston
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Conclusion
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Closing Credits
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