Augustus

Peter Chernin's favorite book.

Une lecture passionnante et émouvante sur la vie d'Octave, neveu et fils adoptif de Jules César puis premier Empereur de Rome sous le nom d'Auguste. Un livre à la fois passionnant d'un point de vue historique et sur la vie et les rapports humains.

I bought this via Kobo (formerly Shortcovers) impulsively after a Pat/Kat recommendation. It's been sitting on my iPhone for awhile, but I'm now well and truly hooked. I had no idea it was written by the Stoner author - just didn't make the connection.

I've always been fascinated by Ancient Rome, not so much the Empire and the armies, but the people.

I'm very far from an expert on the subject, but I did very much enjoy this beautifully written portrayal of Augustus.