What Was a Roman Emperor’s Daily Life Like? | With Mary Beard

'What Was a Roman Emperor’s Daily Life Like?'

Classicist and author Mary Beard sits down with Tristan Hughes in this filmed podcast for the The Ancients podcast to discuss the role of the Roman Emperor. From Julius Caesar to Romulus Augustulus, the two explore the daily lives of the most powerful people in the Roman Empire.

How did they rule over and interact with their subjects? How often were they subject to assassination attempts? Who was the worst roman emperor?

You can read more about all of which is discussed in Mary's new book, 'Emperor of Rome: Ruling the Ancient Roman World', out now!

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