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Heliogabalus
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023487498
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 100
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.21 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
H.L. Mencken and George Jean Nathan, two of America's most celebrated satirists, turn their biting wit to ancient Rome in Heliogabalus: A Buffoonery in Three Acts. This historical drama reimagines the reign of the infamous Emperor Elagabalus, offering a darkly comedic take on power, decadence, and the absurdities of empire.
Mencken and Nathan, known for their sharp social commentary, find fertile ground in the excesses of Elagabalus's short but scandalous rule. Heliogabalus presents a satirical lens through which to view the follies of human nature, magnified against the backdrop of imperial Rome. This meticulously prepared print edition allows readers to rediscover a classic work of historical drama, inviting reflection on the timeless themes of ambition, corruption, and the enduring spectacle of human folly. Perfect for readers interested in Roman history, classical drama, and sharp satire.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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