Memoirs of the Life of Agrippina: The Wife of Germanicus (1804)

Memoirs of the Life of Agrippina: The Wife of Germanicus is a historical biography written by Elizabeth Hamilton and published in 1804. The book tells the story of Agrippina, the wife of the Roman general Germanicus, who lived during the first century AD. Agrippina was a powerful figure in Roman society, known for her intelligence, political acumen, and influence over her husband. The book follows Agrippina's life from her childhood in Rome to her marriage to Germanicus and her subsequent rise to prominence in the Roman court. It explores her relationships with other members of the imperial family, including the emperor Tiberius and his mother Livia, and her role in the political intrigues and power struggles of the time. The book also delves into Agrippina's personal life, including her love for Germanicus and her grief at his untimely death. Overall, Memoirs of the Life of Agrippina provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a fascinating historical figure and the tumultuous times in which she lived.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.