Cornelius Tacitus

Broschiertes Buch

Five Books Of The History Of C. Cornelius Tacitus

With His Treatise On The Manners Of The Germans And His Life Of Agricola (1826)

Herausgeber: Williston, Ebenezer Bancroft

Beschreibung

The book ""Five Books Of The History Of C. Cornelius Tacitus: With His Treatise On The Manners Of The Germans And His Life Of Agricola (1826)"" is a collection of historical works by the ancient Roman historian Cornelius Tacitus. The book includes five books of Tacitus' Histories, which cover the period from the death of Nero in 68 AD to the death of Domitian in 96 AD. These books provide a detailed account of the political and military events of the time, including the Jewish Revolt and the wars against the Germanic tribes.In addition to the Histories, the book also includes Tacitus' treatise on the manners of the Germans, which provides a detailed description of the customs and way of life of the Germanic tribes that lived beyond the borders of the Roman Empire. This work is considered one of the most important sources of information on the Germanic peoples.Finally, the book also includes Tacitus' biography of his father-in-law, Agricola, who was a successful general and governor of Britain during the reign of the Emperor Domitian. This work provides a detailed account of Agricola's life and achievements, as well as his relationship with Tacitus.Overall, ""Five Books Of The History Of C. Cornelius Tacitus: With His Treatise On The Manners Of The Germans And His Life Of Agricola (1826)"" is an important historical work that provides valuable insights into the political, military, and cultural history of ancient Rome and its neighboring peoples.With English Notes, Original And Compiled.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

Cornelius Tacitus (circa 56-120 AD) was a distinguished Roman historian, orator, and senator whose works have profoundly influenced our understanding of ancient Rome. Born into an equestrian family, Tacitus pursued a career in public service, achieving high-ranking positions, including quaestor, praetor, and consul. His career and political experiences deeply informed his historical writings. Tacitus is best known for his major historical works, The Annals and The Histories, which provide detailed chronicles of the Roman Empire's history. These writings are noted for their incisive analysis of the political intrigues, corruption, and moral decline of the Roman leadership during the early Empire. His narrative style, characterized by a blend of succinct prose and rhetorical flair, offers a critical perspective on imperial rule and its effects on Roman society. In addition to his histories, Tacitus authored Germania, an ethnographic study of the Germanic tribes. This work provides valuable insights into the contrast between Roman and Germanic cultures. Tacitus's contributions to historical writing are celebrated for their depth, accuracy, and literary excellence, securing his place as one of Rome's greatest historians.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 328
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. März 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 18mm
• Gewicht: 477g
• ISBN-13: 9781104128005
• ISBN-10: 1104128004
• Artikelnr.: 26450834