I, Claudius | Style

Foreshadowing
I, Claudius is narrated by Claudius during the final years of his life. Throughout his narration, Claudius hints at events that are yet to come, oftentimes with the help of sibyls, oracles or other methods of divination. His visit to the Sybil of Cumae, for instance, foretells of his becoming emperor, and a dream that his slave Briseis has describes how his succession would take place.

Historical Novel
As a novel relating a particular period in the history of the Roman Empire, I, Claudius relies on certain, verifiable...


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