Derek Jacobi
81) Claudius the god
Author
Pub. Date
1935,1962
Description
Read in the style of a secret diary, this famous sequel to I, Claudius gives a wry and human view of the Roman world, bringing to life some of the most scandalous and violent times in history.
Claudius has survived the murderous intrigues of his predecessors to become, reluctantly, Emperor of Rome. He recounts his surprisingly successful rule; how he cultivates the loyalty of the army to repair the damage caused by his nephew Caligula; his friendship...
Pub. Date
[2020]
Description
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Series
Pub. Date
[2021]
Description
Cinderella (1950): Mice Jacques and Gus-Gus help Cinderella get ready for the ball, but when her wicked stepmother and stepsisters ruin her dress, it's up to her fairy godmother to put a little "Bibbidi Bobbidi Boo" into it so she can meet her Prince Charming.
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Pub. Date
p2005
Description
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