Neronis encomium (Praise of Nero / 1562 Cardano), book

Neronis encomium <Latin> / Praise of Nero (1562) is a treatise by Girolamo Cardano.

Abstract

The first scholarly work specifically devoted to Nero was an attempt to "restore" his reputation, unveiling the biases of ancient historiography.

Editions

Published in Basel, Switzerland: Per Henricum Petri, 1562.

Translations

• Neroos lof = Neronis encomium (Praise of Nero / 1649 @1562 Cardano / Glazemaker), book (Dutch ed.)

• Elogio di Nerone = Neronis encomium (Praise of Nero / 1986 @1562 Cardano / Cigada), book (Italian ed.)

• Nero, an Examplary Life = Neronis encomium (2012 @1562 Cardano / Paratico), book (English ed.)