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The Landmark Julius Caesar: The Complete Works: Gallic War, Civil War, Alexandrian War, African War, And Spanish War
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The Landmark Julius Caesar Is The Definitive Edition Of The Five Works That Chronicle The Military Campaigns Of Julius Caesar. Together, These Five Narratives Present A Comprehensive Picture Of Military And Political Developments Leading To The Collapse Of The Roman Republic And The Advent Of The Roman Empire.The Gallic War Is Caesars Own Account Of His Two Invasions Of Britain And Of Conquering Most Of What Is Today France, Belgium, And Switzerland. The Civil War Describes The Conflict In The Following Year Which, After The Death Of His Chief Rival, Pompey, And The Defeat Of Pompeys Heirs And Supporters, Resulted In Caesars Emergence As The Sole Power In Rome. Accompanying Caesars Own Commentaries Are Three Short But Essential Additional Works, Known To Us As The Alexandrian War, The African War, And The Spanish War. These Were Written By Three Unknown Authors Who Were Clearly Eyewitnesses And Probably Roman Officers.Caesars Clear And Direct Prose Provides A Riveting Depiction Of Ancient Warfare And, Not Incidentally, A Persuasive Portrait For The Roman People (And For Us) Of Caesar Himself As A Brilliant, Moderate, And Effective Leaderan Image That Was Key To His Final Success.Kurt A. Raaflaubs Masterful Translation Skillfully Brings Out The Clarity And Elegance Of Caesars Style, And This, Together With Such Landmark Features As Maps, Detailed Annotations, Appendices, And Illustrations, Will Provide Every Reader From Lay Person To Scholar With A Rewarding And Enjoyable Experience.(With 2Color Text, Maps, And Illustrations Throughout; Web Essays Available At Http://Www.Thelandmarkcaesar.Com/)
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- Q: What are the main works included in The Landmark Julius Caesar? A: The Landmark Julius Caesar includes the complete works of Julius Caesar: The Gallic War, The Civil War, The Alexandrian War, The African War, and The Spanish War.
- Q: Who is the author of the translation in this edition? A: The translation in this edition is by Kurt A. Raaflaub, who skillfully captures the clarity and elegance of Caesar's style.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The Landmark Julius Caesar was published on December 5, 2017.
- Q: Is this edition hardcover or paperback? A: This edition of The Landmark Julius Caesar is a hardcover.
- Q: How many pages does The Landmark Julius Caesar contain? A: The book contains a total of 896 pages.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or maps included in the book? A: Yes, the book features maps, illustrations, and two-color text throughout.
- Q: What is the condition of the book when purchased? A: The book is sold as 'New', ensuring it is in pristine condition.
- Q: What is the significance of Caesar’s writings in this collection? A: Caesar’s writings provide a detailed account of his military campaigns and political developments that led to the rise of the Roman Empire.
- Q: Can I find additional resources online related to this book? A: Yes, additional resources, including web essays, can be found at http://www.thelandmarkcaesar.com/.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for both casual readers and scholars? A: Yes, this edition is designed to provide a rewarding experience for both laypersons and scholars, thanks to its detailed annotations and Landmark features.