About Tacitus

Publius Cornelius Tacitus (56 - 117 A.D.) was a Roman senator and also one of Rome's greatest historians.

His Works

Tacitus' best known works are The Annals and Histories, which examined the rule of the emperors Tiberius, Claudius, Nero, and others.

Writing Style

Tacitus' writing is well known for its insights into the psychology of the politics of his day.