Later Emperors

A powerful exploration of Roman history through poetry.
Later Emperors presents four distinct poems, each offering a unique perspective on Roman history. Through the voices of historians, moralists, and emperors, Evan Jones explores themes of power, mortality, and the cyclical nature of history.

This collection invites readers to reflect on the echoes of the past in our present, revealing familiar patterns of ambition, desire, and injustice. With insightful portrayals of figures like Michael Psellos and Anna Komnene, Jones crafts a thought-provoking meditation on the human condition. Concluding with a reimagining of Plutarch's 'Consolatio Ad Uxorem,' this collection offers solace and contemplation in a world marked by suffering.