Agrippina was the most powerful woman in Roman history. In analysing various works and their portrayal of historical events of authors such as Tacitus, Ferrero, Wood and Barret, we learn much about this colorful and volitile woman who was the mother of Nero.

Evaluates the effect of Agrippina's death on Nero and the people of ancient Rome. Explores Agrippina's strengths and weaknesses and discusses the impact of her life and death on the society in which she lived.

Assesses the influence Agrippina really had over Claudius and Nero and the extent she shared political power with the ancient Roman emperors.

Explores the life and political savvy of Nero's mother, Agrippina. Questions to what extent Agrippina's family connections, early life and the female role models she had been exposed to shape her vision for her own life.