Saturday, June 3, 2023

Reconsidering the Reputation of a Magnet for Roman Scandal


In “Messalina,” Honor Cargill-Martin looks at the limited evidence with empathy, arguing that a notorious empress was also a canny politician.


BY TIMOTHY FARRINGTON | NYTimes Books | Disclosure

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Our columnist on the books that wowed her this year. Sarah Lyall | NYTimes Books | Disclosure