SPQR Blues 2 part L

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Chapter 2 Number 50, aka overall SPQR Blues Number 99.






Domitian is known to have written several books—on poetry, on law, and on baldness—which appear to have been relatively well received, even considering they were written by the Emperor's son.

P.S. - A winning roll of 3 sixes was called the "Venus" roll. Something to file in your Fun Roman Facts neurons.

Comments

[xanath.livejournal.com]

I remember reading about that. They said he wasn't a bad poet, either, and that he had a nifty turn of phrase. The anecdote that sticks with me is a remark he made about a conceited friend: "Oh, to be as good-looking as Maecius thinks he is!"

I can see why many people liked the guy. He was charming, witty and erudite.

--Kris

[redknot.livejournal.com]

great, as usual.