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I, Claudius (1976): TV Series vs Book
TV series · 1976 · Directed by Herbert Wise · Starring Derek Jacobi, Siân Phillips
About the tv series
The Roman emperors from Augustus to Claudius, told by a quiet survivor who is thought a fool.
How close is it to the book?
Very close to the bookThe series follows the novel's many intrigues and its narrator with great care.
Read or watch first?
The book is a classic that makes ancient Rome feel immediate.
What the book gives you
I, Claudius by Robert Graves
A delicious tale of palace plots and sharp characters, told with the voice of a surprising emperor.
Who will like it: Readers who love Roman history told with intrigue and wit.