The Lives of the Twelve Caesars, by Suetonius - Nero, Part 1
Boring Books for Bedtime Readings to Help You Sleep
Sharon Handy
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🗓️ 10 March 2025
⏱️ 57 minutes
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Summary
Let’s return to this classic history of the Roman emperors and hear a bit about a ruler both famous and infamous in his need for public adulation. Why pay attention to affairs of state when you can perform for judges you’ve bribed? Stately!
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| 0:00.0 | Good evening, and thank you for joining me for another Boring Books for Bedtime. |
| 0:09.3 | I hope tonight's selection provides all the boredom your busy brain needs |
| 0:15.0 | to quiet down and let you get some sleep. |
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| 1:43.9 | Now, let's read and relax. |
| 1:49.2 | Find a comfortable spot. |
| 1:53.0 | Adjust your volume. |
| 1:56.8 | Take a nice deep breath in. |
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