When you hear about Roman emperors, you typically think of Augustus or
When you hear about Roman emperors, you typically think of Augustus or Nero — few actually remember Claudius. But if you are well-versed in Roman history, you probably remember Claudius as a physically weak, stuttering historian, an unlikely candidate for the position of Emperor. Yet the novel I, Claudius makes the case for his subdued existence being the driving force behind his ascension.
