The Agricola Of Tacitus

The Agricola Of Tacitus

Publius Cornelius Tacitus

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Ensayos literarios
ISBN:
9781278396040
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The Agricola is a biography of Gnaeus Julius Agricola, a Roman general and governor of Britain, written by his son-in-law, the Roman historian Tacitus. This translation offers modern readers access to Tacitus’s elegant Latin prose and his insightful commentary on Roman imperial expansion and the lives of prominent figures in the Roman Empire.Tacitus explores Agricola’s military campaigns in Britain, his administrative skills, and his personal character, providing a nuanced portrait of a man who served the empire with distinction. Beyond a simple biography, The Agricola is a critical examination of Roman power and its impact on conquered peoples.This edition is an invaluable resource for students of Roman history, classical literature, and anyone interested in the enduring legacy of the Roman Empire. Readers gain insight into the strategies of Roman governance, the complexities of military life, and the challenges faced by individuals navigating the corridors of imperial power.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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