History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Volume 1 - Chapter VI Part 3

In which the tumultuous reign of Elagabalus is chronicled with particular attention to his extravagant and unconventional excesses that scandalised Roman society, until his death and the elevation of the virtuous youth Alexander Severus. The narrative then paints a serene portrait of Alexander’s early rule, marked by wise governance, the influence of his mother Mamæa, and earnest attempts to restore discipline and justice within empire and army alike.