The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 06: Nero

by Suetonius

"The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, Volume 06: Nero" by Suetonius is a biography written in 121 CE. This work forms part of Suetonius's larger collection chronicling Julius Caesar and the first eleven Roman emperors. Written while serving as secretary to Emperor Hadrian, Suetonius draws on official archives, personal correspondence, and contemporary accounts to document Nero's heritage, physical appearance, personal habits, and political career. Known for its vivid details and occasional reliance on gossip, this biography remains a primary source for understanding one of Rome's most infamous rulers.