Cornelius Tacitus, Charles Anthon, Wilhelm Botticher

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The Germania And Agricola Of Tacitus (1852)

Beschreibung

The Germania and Agricola of Tacitus is a historical text written by the Roman historian Cornelius Tacitus in the 1st century AD. This edition of the book was published in 1852 and includes both the Germania and Agricola sections of Tacitus' work. The Germania section is a detailed account of the Germanic tribes that lived in what is now modern-day Germany during the Roman Empire. Tacitus provides information on their customs, religion, and political organization, as well as their military tactics and daily life. The Agricola section is a biography of Tacitus' father-in-law, Gnaeus Julius Agricola, who was a Roman general and governor of Britain. The book is written in a formal and scholarly style, with detailed descriptions and analysis of the historical events and people discussed. It provides valuable insight into the Roman Empire's interactions with other cultures and the challenges faced by Roman governors in maintaining control over distant territories. Overall, The Germania and Agricola of Tacitus is an important historical text that offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world and the complexities of Roman imperialism.With English Notes, Critical And Explanatory, From The Best And Latest Authorities; The Remarks Of Botticher On The Style Of Tacitus; And A Copious Geographical Index.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: 312
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. November 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 17mm
• Gewicht: 455g
• ISBN-13: 9781437310399
• ISBN-10: 1437310397
• Artikelnr.: 25875852