Nero A Play In Five Acts is a historical drama written by Italian playwright Pietro Cossa and originally published in 1881. The play is set in ancient Rome during the reign of the notorious Emperor Nero and follows the events leading up to his downfall. The play explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of unchecked ambition. Nero is portrayed as a complex and flawed character, torn between his desire for artistic expression and his thirst for absolute power. The five acts of the play follow Nero's rise to power, his relationship with his mother Agrippina, his marriage to Poppaea Sabina, and his eventual downfall at the hands of his own people. The play also features a cast of historical figures, including Seneca, Burrus, and Tigellinus, who play important roles in Nero's story.Overall, Nero A Play In Five Acts is a gripping and thought-provoking drama that offers a unique perspective on one of the most infamous figures in Roman history.This scarce antiquarian book is