Under Cæsars' Shadow by Henry Francis Colby
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About this eBook
| Author | Colby, Henry Francis |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 18023036 |
| Title | Under Cæsars' Shadow |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Under Cæsars' Shadow" by Henry Francis Colby is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the lives and reigns of the first five Roman emperors—Augustus, Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius, and Nero—illuminating the political climate of ancient Rome during the time surrounding the life of Jesus Christ. The text provides insights into the characters of these rulers while contextualizing their actions against the backdrop of the emergence of Christianity, showcasing how their governance impacted early Christianity and its followers. The opening of the work introduces readers to Caesar Augustus, emphasizing his historical significance and exploring the events leading up to his reign, including the assassination of Julius Caesar. It outlines his consolidation of power and the establishment of the Roman Empire, alongside a depiction of the complexity of his character. The narrative further discusses the implications of his census decree that played a pivotal role in the biblical story of the Nativity. Colby intricately details the socio-political landscape Augustus navigated, setting the stage for subsequent emperors and their contentious legacies, hinting at the turbulent times that would follow and their relevance to early Christian history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Emperors -- Rome -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47806 |
| Release Date | Dec 29, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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