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  1. Claudius the God by Robert Graves (Book Analysis)
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    Claudius the God by Robert Graves (Book Analysis)

    Unlock the more straightforward side of Claudius the God with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Claudius the God by Robert Graves, the fictionalised autobiography of the titular character, who unexpectedly became emperor in CE 41. This volume of the autobiography follows on from I, Claudius and explores Claudius¿ time as emperor, when he sought to reverse the harsh policies enacted by his predecessor Caligula and expand the empire by conquering Britain. However, unbeknownst to him, his beloved wife and trusted freedmen were plotting against him, leaving him in great danger. Robert Graves was an English poet, novelist and critic. He is known in particular for his autobiography Goodbye to All That and his novels I, Claudius and Claudius the God, which are now regarded as classic works of historical fiction.Find out everything you need to know about Claudius the God in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:¿ A complete plot summary¿ Character studies¿ Key themes and symbols¿ Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

    € 14,99
  2. I, Claudius by Robert Graves (Book Analysis)
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    I, Claudius by Robert Graves (Book Analysis)

    Unlock the more straightforward side of I, Claudius with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of I, Claudius by Robert Graves, the fictionalised autobiography of the titular character, who unexpectedly became emperor in CE 41. Claudius was seen as a fool by his family and was sidelined from the power struggles at the heart of the imperial dynasty, which both kept him out of danger and enabled his rise, and made him a brilliant, insightful observer of the debauchery and turmoil of the early Roman Empire. I, Claudius won the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the Hawthornden Prize, and was followed by the acclaimed sequel Claudius the God, which provides an account of Claudius¿ time as emperor.Find out everything you need to know about I, Claudius in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:¿ A complete plot summary¿ Character studies¿ Key themes and symbols¿ Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

    € 14,99
  3. Goodbye to All That by Robert Graves (Book Analysis)
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    Goodbye to All That by Robert Graves (Book Analysis)

    Unlock the more straightforward side of Goodbye to All That with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Goodbye to All That by Robert Graves, an autobiographical work which spans the period from his childhood to his decision to leave England for good in the 1920s. In particular, it vividly depicts his experiences as an officer during the First World War, during which he witnessed the horrors of trench warfare at first hand and forged close friendships with his fellow soldier-poets Siegfried Sassoon and Wilfred Owen. Robert Graves was an English poet, novelist and critic. As well as Goodbye to All That, he is known for his novels I, Claudius and Claudius the God, which are now regarded as classic works of historical fiction.Find out everything you need to know about Goodbye to All That in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:¿ A complete plot summary¿ Character studies¿ Key themes and symbols¿ Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!

    € 14,99
  4. A Study Guide for Robert Graves's "Goodbye to All That"
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    A Study Guide for Robert Graves's "Goodbye to All That"

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  5. A Study Guide for Robert Graves's "I, Claudius"
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    A Study Guide for Robert Graves's "I, Claudius"

    € 13,95