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Books V–VI of the Annals covered Tiberius’ reign from AD29–37. Most of Book V is lost, including the account of the sensational events leading to the execution of Sejanus. However, Book VI narrates fascinating incidents at Rome and on Capri, where Tiberius had retired in AD27. Latin text with facing translation, introduction and commentary.

Table of Contents

Preface
References and Abbreviations
Bibliography
Introduction:
1. Roman Historical Writing before Tacitus
2. Tacitus: Life and Works
3. Structure of Annals V and VI
4. Sources
5. Language and Style
6. Text and Translation
Latin Text and English Translation
Commentary
Appendixes:
1. The Financial Crisis of A.D. 33 (6.16–17)
2. The Obituary of Tiberius (6.51.3)
Indexes:
1. General
2. Latin Words
3. Names
Stemma of the Families of Augustus and Tiberius

Tacitus Annals V and VI

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      Publisher: Liverpool University Press
      Publication Date: 01/10/2001
      ISBN13: 9780856687228, 978-0856687228
      ISBN10: 0856687227
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      Literary studies: ancient, classical Ancient history

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Books V–VI of the Annals covered Tiberius’ reign from AD29–37. Most of Book V is lost, including the account of the sensational events leading to the execution of Sejanus. However, Book VI narrates fascinating incidents at Rome and on Capri, where Tiberius had retired in AD27. Latin text with facing translation, introduction and commentary.

      Table of Contents

      Preface
      References and Abbreviations
      Bibliography
      Introduction:
      1. Roman Historical Writing before Tacitus
      2. Tacitus: Life and Works
      3. Structure of Annals V and VI
      4. Sources
      5. Language and Style
      6. Text and Translation
      Latin Text and English Translation
      Commentary
      Appendixes:
      1. The Financial Crisis of A.D. 33 (6.16–17)
      2. The Obituary of Tiberius (6.51.3)
      Indexes:
      1. General
      2. Latin Words
      3. Names
      Stemma of the Families of Augustus and Tiberius

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