哈德良回忆录 Memoirs of Hadrian

Memoirs of Hadrian, a seminal novel about the life and death of a Roman emperor, is becoming a TV series. The 1951 novel, which explores the life of Hadrian from his childhood through his ascent to leading the Roman Empire.

From childhood, the life of a profound and sensitive man, aware of his imperial role and the burden he carries, is told. A wise and far-sighted diplomat and a human being marked by splendors and fears, Hadrian defended his immense love for the arts to cover the shame caused by the emptiness of his youth. And then his passions: a natural and complete bisexuality that was also controversial and self-centered. The sorrows and tragedies, feelings of deep friendship and respect for humanity. All these themes will be explored in the series, offering an intimate look at the emperor’s complex psychology and his lasting impact on European history and culture.