Nero: A Play In Five Acts is a play written by Italian playwright Pietro Cossa and first published in 1881. The play is set in ancient Rome during the reign of Emperor Nero and follows the story of the young emperor's rise to power and eventual downfall. The play explores themes of power, corruption, and the destructive nature of ambition. The character of Nero is portrayed as a complex figure, torn between his desire for greatness and his own personal demons. The play also features a cast of historical figures, including Seneca, Burrus, and Agrippina, who play pivotal roles in Nero's reign. Overall, Nero: A Play In Five Acts is a dramatic and thought-provoking work that offers a unique perspective on one of the most infamous rulers in history.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.