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The Best Book on Nero

Edward Champlin
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56. Nero artwork
The Rest Is HistoryMay 24, 2021
56. Nero
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“A scholar called Edward Champlin, who's written the best book on Nero, argues convincingly about the meaning of artefex in Nero's last words.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Nero's downfall and legacy
For: Historians and readers interested in Roman history
Key quote: “I think very convincingly, a scholar called Edward Champlin, who's written the best book on Nero argues, I think very convincingly that artefex actually means a kind of artisan, a workman who's employed to do building work.”
The host mentions 'The Best Book on Nero' to highlight Edward Champlin's interpretation of Nero's last words and their significance. This book provides a nuanced understanding of Nero's identity and the tragic nature of his demise, contrasting traditional views of him as merely an artist.