The Works

The Works of Cornelius Tacitus offers a profound and enduring insight into the Roman Empire during its zenith and subsequent decline. Tacitus, a Roman senator and historian, is celebrated for his penetrating analysis of power, corruption, and the moral character of emperors and their courts. This collection typically includes his major works such as 'The Annals,' a detailed account of the reigns of Tiberius, Claudius, Nero, and Galba, marked by its unflinching portrayal of political intrigue and personal decadence. Also featured are 'The Histories,' covering the tumultuous Year of the Four Emperors and the Flavian dynasty. Complementing these are 'Agricola,' a biographical tribute to his father-in-law, and 'Germania,' an ethnographic study of the Germanic tribes, valuable for its insights into early European cultures. Tacitus’s writing is distinguished by its elegant Latin prose and sharp psychological portraits, making The Works an indispensable resource for understanding Roman history and political thought. His timeless observations on human nature and the dynamics of power continue to resonate with readers today.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.