Suetonius
Born: 12-31-1968
Suetonius was a Roman historian and biographer, renowned for his detailed and vivid accounts of the lives of Roman emperors in "The Twelve Caesars." Born in 69 AD, he served under Emperor Hadrian and gained access to imperial archives, enabling his meticulous documentation. Suetonius's works provide invaluable insights into Roman history and culture, making him a pivotal figure in classical literature and historical scholarship.
Book summaries for books written by Suetonius
Quotes
I came, I saw, I conquered.
Let them hate me, so long as they fear me.
I wish the Roman people had but one neck.
I found Rome a city of bricks and left it a city of marble.
The die is cast.
The wife of Caesar must be above suspicion.
A wife should be at least four years older than her husband.
Make haste slowly.
I am not a man to be moved by personal affronts.
I can be pleasant when I wish.
I am no one’s man.
Every man is the architect of his own fortune.