"The Satyricon — Volume 06: Editor's Notes" by Petronius Arbiter is a satirical peek into the heart of ancient Rome, using dark humor to uncover unsettling truths about wealth, morals, and the human experience. This book holds up a mirror to Roman society, revealing the excesses and rottenness lurking beneath the surface, experienced by rich and poor alike. Initially, the story homes in on the detailed history, economics, and laws surrounding prostitution in ancient Rome, showcasing how basic human desires shaped it into a vital part of their world. The unique narrative blends historical context with social commentary, preparing the reader for a journey through the complex and provocative underbelly of Roman life.
The Satyricon — Volume 06: Editor's Notes
By Petronius Arbiter
Uncover the scandalous secrets of ancient Rome, where love, money, and morality collide in a world of extreme privilege and societal decay.
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About the AuthorGaius Petronius Arbiter was a Roman courtier during the reign of Nero. He is generally believed to be the author of the Satyricon, a satirical novel believed to have been written during the Neronian era. He is one of the most important characters in Henryk Sienkiewicz' historical novel Quo Vadis (1895). Leo Genn portrays him in the 1951 film of the same name.
Gaius Petronius Arbiter was a Roman courtier during the reign of Nero. He is generally believed to be the author of the Satyricon, a satirical novel believed to have been written during the Neronian era. He is one of the most important characters in Henryk Sienkiewicz' historical novel Quo Vadis (1895). Leo Genn portrays him in the 1951 film of the same name.
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