The Splendor Before the Dark: A Novel of the Emperor Nero

by Margaret George

Book Overview

Nero's ascent to the throne was only the beginning....Now Margaret George, the author of The Confessions of Young Nero, weaves a web of politics and passion, as ancient Rome's most infamous emperor cements his place in history.

With the beautiful and cunning Poppaea at his side, Nero commands the Roman empire, ushering in an unprecedented era of artistic and cultural splendor. Although he has yet to produce an heir, his power...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0399584617
• ISBN13: 9780399584619
• Release Date: November 2018
• Publisher: Berkley Books
• Length: 592 Pages
• Weight: 1.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.7" x 6.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

The continuing story

Loved this book! In many ways Nero was a great ruler, bring culture and art to Rome. It was refreshing to read about things and events other than gladiator fights, although there was plenty of that as well.