053 Who was Nero?
The British Museum Membercast
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The Dynamics of Wealth and Prestige in Nero's Rome
This chapter explores the socio-political landscape of Emperor Nero's era, focusing on how elite greed and luxury consumption influenced social status among Roman elites. It highlights the shift from military honor to lavish displays of wealth, revealing the tensions that arose from the competition for prestige in society.
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