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Suetonius

Suetonius (c. 69–c. 122 AD) was a Roman historian and biographer best known for his 🍃Work 📖The Twelve Caesars which provides detailed accounts of the lives and reigns of the first Roman emperors. His narratives combine historical facts with anecdotes and personal details, offering a vivid portrait of Roman political 🍃Life and culture. 🦉Suetonius's works have been pivotal in 🍃Shaping the 🍃Understanding of Roman 🌳History and emperorship, influencing both 🍃Contemporary and later historical writings. His contribution to biographical 🌳Literature and 🌿Historiography remains significant, providing insights into the complexities of 🍃Power in ancient Rome.

Anecdotes

Once received a request from a friend to secure a 🍃Public office for a relative, showcasing connections at the imperial court. Known for his meticulous research, he had a 🍃Habit of gathering juicy imperial gossip, sometimes straining relationships with emperors. His detailed biographies inadvertently inspired a renewed 🍃Interest in the personal lives of Rome's rulers.
Was granted imperial permission to access official records, which allowed for remarkably detailed biographies of emperors.
Once served as a secretary to a high-ranking official, providing an inside view of Roman political life, which he later used to write detailed accounts of the imperial court.