533 pages • first pub 1934 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780679725732
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 23 October 1989
Description
Robert Graves begins anew the tumultuous life of the Roman who became emperor in spite of himself. Captures the vitality, splendor, and decadence of the Roman world at the point of its decline.
Community Reviews Summary of 460 reviews
Moods
dark 50%
funny 40%
reflective 40%
challenging 30%
lighthearted 30%
sad 30%
emotional 20%
adventurous 10%
inspiring 10%
tense 10%
Pace
medium 37%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 50% | Character: 37% | Plot: 12%Strong character development?
Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 25% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 50% | N/A: 25% | No: 25%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Infidelity, GaslightingModerate
Adult/minor relationship, Death, GenocideMinor
Pedophilia, Rape, Violence533 pages • first pub 1934 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780679725732
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage
Publication date: 23 October 1989
Description
Robert Graves begins anew the tumultuous life of the Roman who became emperor in spite of himself. Captures the vitality, splendor, and decadence of the Roman world at the point of its decline.
Community Reviews Summary of 460 reviews
Moods
dark 50%
funny 40%
reflective 40%
challenging 30%
lighthearted 30%
sad 30%
emotional 20%
adventurous 10%
inspiring 10%
tense 10%
Pace
medium 37%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 50% | Character: 37% | Plot: 12%Strong character development?
Yes: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 25%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 25% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 12%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 50% | N/A: 25% | No: 25%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 25%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Infidelity, GaslightingModerate
Adult/minor relationship, Death, GenocideMinor
Pedophilia, Rape, Violence