Tacitus

The Life and Death of Julius Agricola (eBook, ePUB)

A Roman General's Legacy: Insights into Ancient Society and Military Leadership
Übersetzer: Brodribb, Alfred John Church and William Jackson

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'The Life and Death of Julius Agricola' by Tacitus, the reader is presented with a detailed biography of the famous Roman general Julius Agricola. Tacitus utilizes his impeccable literary style to paint a vivid picture of Agricola's life, from his early military career to his governorship of Roman Britain. The book is written in a historical and political context, providing valuable insights into Roman society and the inner workings of the Roman Empire during Agricola's time. Tacitus's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to evoke strong emotions in the reader make this biography a compelling and enlightening read. Tacitus, a renowned Roman historian and senator, wrote 'The Life and Death of Julius Agricola' as a tribute to his father-in-law Agricola. His firsthand knowledge of Roman politics and military affairs gives the book a level of authenticity and depth that few other historical texts can match. Tacitus's sharp observations and critical analysis of Roman society make this biography a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history and military leadership. I highly recommend 'The Life and Death of Julius Agricola' to history enthusiasts, scholars of Roman history, and anyone interested in the lives of remarkable individuals from antiquity. Tacitus's masterful storytelling and insightful commentary make this biography a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers to this day.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 31
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. April 2021
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4064066466619
• Artikelnr.: 61609582

Autorenporträt

Gaius Cornelius Tacitus, commonly known as Tacitus (born c. 56 - c. 120 AD), was a Roman historian and senator who authored several significant works that contribute vastly to our understanding of Roman history and governmental systems. Tacitus is known for his incisive analysis and penetrating insights into the Roman Empire's political and social issues. His writing evinced a remarkable understanding of human character and the flow of history, often highlighting the interplay between fate and the individual's actions. Among his essential works is 'The Life and Death of Julius Agricola' ('De vita et moribus Iulii Agricolae'), a biography of his father-in-law, which also serves as a source of British history and a depiction of Roman Britain. This book, like many of his other works, reflects Tacitus' literary style characterized by brevity and piercing conciseness, that has proven influential on both contemporary and subsequent historiography. His other notable works such as 'Annals' and 'Histories' offer detailed accounts of the Roman Empire from the death of Augustus to the end of the Flavian dynasty. Through his critical and often cynical portrayal of the vices of imperial Rome, Tacitus has earned a reputation as one of antiquity's greatest historians.