Monumentum Ancyranum: The Deeds of Augustus
by OpenStories
Original author: Emperor of Rome Augustus
"Monumentum Ancyranum: The Deeds of Augustus" by Emperor of Rome Augustus is a monumental inscription completed in AD 14. Written in first person, Augustus chronicles his political career, public generosity, military conquests, and honors received from the Roman people. This carefully crafted self-portrait presents the emperor's version of history, where enemies remain nameless and accomplishments shine brightest. Originally engraved on bronze pillars before his mausoleum, copies spread throughout the empire, offering insight into how Rome's first emperor wished to be remembered.
Monumentum Ancyranum: The Deeds of Augustus, by Emperor of Rome Augustus. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #66595.
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14 Chapters
- 1.Preface406 words
- 2.Chapter I: History of the Inscription1,186 words
- 3.Chapter II: Character and Purpose of the Inscription699 words
- 4.Chapter V: The Supplement88 words
- 5.Chapter VI: Trustworthiness of the Inscription67 words
- 6.Chapter VII: Masons’ Blunders143 words
- 7.Chapter VIII: Signs and Abbreviations (1)7,857 words
- 8.Chapter VIII: Signs and Abbreviations (2)3,794 words
- 9.Chapter I: Editions68 words
- 10.Chapter II: Discussions of the Monumentum120 words
- 11.Chapter III: Works of Reference Most Frequently Cited58 words
- 12.Chapter IV: Classical Authors Cited (1)8,752 words
- 13.Chapter IV: Classical Authors Cited (2)8,832 words
- 14.Chapter IV: Classical Authors Cited (3)584 words