Adoption by Publius Aelius Hadrianus Afer
Poet involved
What happened
In AD 85, Hadrian was adopted by his great-uncle, Publius Aelius Hadrianus Afer, in Italica, Hispania Baetica. This pivotal event secured his future in the Roman elite and positioned him as a successor to Emperor Trajan. The adoption not only shaped his political career but also influenced his literary pursuits, as he gained access to the education and culture of Rome's upper echelons.
Literary impact
Hadrian's adoption into a prominent family allowed him to immerse himself in the literary and philosophical traditions of Rome. This exposure fostered his appreciation for Greek culture and philosophy, which would later inform his poetic themes of introspection and human experience.
Source: Wikipedia