About the book: year / Historical work by A. V. Amfiteatrov (1862-1938) “The Beast from the Abyss” traces the life path of Nero, the last Roman emperor from the dynasty Caesars. A detailed reproduction of Nero's genealogy, a naturalistic description of palace orgies, a large-scale depiction of great historical events and personalities, the use of unexpected historical parallels and, finally, a beautiful style make the book interesting both for lovers of pleasant reading and for subtle connoisseurs of intellectual literature. After reading this book, perhaps you will agree with us: “Nowadays no one will write like that.” Contents: 1. Beast from the Abyss. Volume I. Dynasty in Death 2. The Beast from the Abyss. Volume II. Golden Five Years3. Beast from the Abyss. Volume III. Caesar is an artist4. Beast from the Abyss. Volume IV. Extinguished Legends