I, Claudius

Name: I, Claudius
Brand: Penguin Books Ltd
SKU: 9780141188591
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By Robert Graves

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

4.25

( 73,177 ratings, 3,896 reviews)

Summary

I, Claudius by Robert Graves is a historical novel presenting a fictional autobiography of Roman Emperor Claudius. The book delves into the intrigues of the Roman imperial family, portraying Claudius as an unlikely emperor who survives the treachery and chaos of his time. With vivid characterisations and detailed political intrigue, the novel provides a captivating portrayal of ancient Rome.
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You might enjoy this gripping historical novel if you're fascinated by the intrigue, drama, and scandal of Ancient Rome. Follow the compelling story of a stuttering, unlikely leader as he navigates the treacherous politics of his time, revealing insights into power and survival in a tumultuous empire. These vivid characters and meticulous historical details offer a riveting journey through Roman history.

I, Claudius

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First time published individually in Modern Classics, alongside Claudius the God.

Despised for his weakness and regarded by his family as little more than a stammering fool, the nobleman Claudius quietly survives the intrigues, bloody purges and mounting cruelty of the imperial Roman dynasties. In I, Claudius, he watches from the sidelines to record the reigns of its emperors—from the wise Augustus and his villainous wife Livia to the sadistic Tiberius and the insane excesses of Caligula.

Written in the form of Claudius' autobiography, this is the first part of Robert Graves's brilliant account of the madness and debauchery of ancient Rome, and stands as one of the most celebrated, gripping historical novels ever written.

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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I, Claudius by Robert Graves is praised for its imaginative and engaging portrayal of the early Roman Empire, blending historical accuracy with narrative creativity. It is considered a significant achievement in historical fiction, being lauded for its humour, insightful characterisation, and its ability to captivate readers through its vivid and dynamic storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141188591

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2006

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

Introduction by Barry Unsworth

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 310g

Pages: 416

Collections

Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Robert Graves Series: Penguin Modern Classics

About the Author

Robert Graves was born in 1895 in Wimbledon. He went from school to the First World War, where he became a captain in the Royal Welch Fusiliers and was seriously wounded at the Battle of the Somme. He wrote his autobiography, Goodbye to All That, in 1929, and it was soon established as a modern classic. He died on 7 December 1985 in Majorca, his home since 1929.