Sallust

Conspiracy of Catiline and the Jurgurthine War (eBook, ePUB)

A Captivating Account of Roman Politics, Corruption, and Warfare
Übersetzer: Watson, J. S.

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Sallust's 'Conspiracy of Catiline and the Jugurthine War' is a captivating account of two major Roman historical events, written in a concise and compelling style. The book paints a vivid picture of the political corruption and moral decay in ancient Rome during the time of Catiline's conspiracy and the Jugurthine War, offering valuable insight into the political and social climate of the era. Sallust's literary style is marked by its clear-eyed analysis and sharp observations, making the historical narrative both informative and engaging for readers. His emphasis on the darker aspects of Roman society sets his work apart from other historians of the time, making it a valuable source for understanding the complexities of Roman politics and warfare. Sallust, known for his keen political insights and criticism of corruption, brings a unique perspective to these historical events, shedding light on the motivations and actions of key figures involved. Readers interested in Roman history and political intrigue will find Sallust's 'Conspiracy of Catiline and the Jugurthine War' a compelling and enlightening read.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 302
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664646316
• Artikelnr.: 58499447

Autorenporträt

Sallust (86 - c.¿35 BC), was a Roman historian and politician from an Italian plebeian family. Probably born at Amiternum in the country of the Sabines, Sallust became a partisan of Julius Caesar (100 to 44 BC) around 50 BC. He is the earliest known Latin-language Roman historian with surviving works to his name. As a writer, Sallust was primarily influenced by the works of the 5th-century BC Greek historian Thucydides. During his political career he amassed great and ill-gotten wealth from his governorship of Africa.On his return to Rome he purchased and began laying out the famous Gardens of Sallust, which were later inherited by the emperors.