The Age Of Petronius Arbiter (1856)

The Age of Petronius Arbiter is a historical account of the Roman Empire during the reign of Nero, written by Charles Beck and first published in 1856. The book explores the cultural and societal changes that occurred during this era, focusing on the literary and artistic works of the time. Beck examines the life and works of Petronius Arbiter, a Roman writer and courtier who is best known for his novel, Satyricon. The book delves into the themes and motifs of Satyricon, as well as its influence on Roman literature and society. In addition to Petronius, Beck also discusses other prominent figures of the era, including Nero himself, Seneca, and Lucan. The book explores the political and social climate of the time, including the persecution of Christians and the power struggles within the Roman court. Overall, The Age of Petronius Arbiter offers a comprehensive and detailed look at a pivotal period in Roman history, shedding light on the cultural and societal changes that continue to influence literature and art to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.