There's always time for a book - I, Claudius Chapters 4-6

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			There's always time for a book - I, Claudius Chapters 4-6 - in note form

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	I, Claudius Chapters 4-6 - in note form
	I wonder if I'm the only one getting a Jerome K Jerome vibe? I think it's the self-conscious, witty manner, the random asides and the discussion of ill health (although Claudius is more self-mocking than J). The stakes of the story are raised as further hints (in the subtle form of a BABY WOLF FALLING OUT OF THE TALONS OF AN EAGLE INTO HIS ARMS) are given that Claudius is going to play a key role in the fate of Rome. These chapters are very dense with storylines! I can't imagine how the miniseries covered them without dedicating hours and hours of episodes. There are enough things happening to keep any soap opera happy for a few seasons. Livia alone chalks up an impressive body count. I wonder if she's going to be knocked off in the same way - surely someone will think to poison her at some stage? I don't hold out hope for Postumus having a long and happy life now that he's is the only one of Julia's sons left alive. Run, Postumus, run! Tags: books, graves, historical

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	From: steepholm	Date: March 5th, 2008 07:56 pm (UTC)		(Link)

I don't hold out hope for Postumus having a long and happy life now that he's is the only one of Julia's sons left alive. Run, Postumus, run!

The clue's in the name, really, isn't it? A bit like calling someone Drusilla Deadinfirstact.

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	From: emmaco	Date: March 6th, 2008 09:10 pm (UTC)		(Link)

I'm now wondering if there's anyone called this at the moment. There's so many other cruel names out there this one seems like it's a possibility!

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	From: leilathegreat	Date: March 5th, 2008 10:38 pm (UTC)		(Link)

The stakes of the story are raised as further hints (in the subtle form of a BABY WOLF FALLING OUT OF THE TALONS OF AN EAGLE INTO HIS ARMS) are given that Claudius is going to play a key role in the fate of Rome.

Ha ha ha! I loved that, too.

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	From: gauroth	Date: March 6th, 2008 12:17 am (UTC)		(Link)

Oh, oh, oh! If you get the chance to watch the BBC series with Derek Jacobi, do! Especially once you've finished the book, because then you'll pick up all the subtleties. A fantastic filming of a fantastic book!

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	From: emmaco	Date: March 6th, 2008 09:11 pm (UTC)		(Link)

Everyone seems to have loved that series, so I'll definitely watch it :)

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	From: rosaleeluann	Date: March 6th, 2008 03:54 pm (UTC)		(Link)

Ooh, that sounds really good! I may just have to add it to the list...

I first read 'Postumus' as 'Posthumous'. Heh.

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	From: emmaco	Date: March 6th, 2008 09:16 pm (UTC)		(Link)

Posthumus was born after his father died, so you are right to read it that way!

There will be many more entries so you will be able to tell how I'm enjoying the rest of the book :)

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