The African War (eBook)

Gaius Julius Caesar, Aulus Hirtius, Gaius Oppius (Autoren)

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2022
48 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654716475-3 (EAN)

Infos

The African War anthology presents a profound exploration of the tactical and political intricacies of war during ancient Roman times, with particular focus on Julius Caesar's campaigns in North Africa. This collection encompasses a varied range of narrative styles—from detailed prose recounting strategic military maneuvers to more reflective narratives on leadership and governance. Its significance lies not only in its rich historical content but also in the diverse literary techniques employed to capture the complexity of the African conflict, providing an essential glimpse into ancient military history. Contributing authors, including noted figures such as Gaius Julius Caesar, Aulus Hirtius, and Gaius Oppius, bring their distinct perspectives to the anthology. Each author provides a unique angle on the themes of leadership, warfare, and diplomacy, enriching the narrative tapestry of the African conflicts. The collection aligns with the broader Roman historiographical tradition, amplifying the voices of its contributors while illuminating the power dynamics of the era. The diverse backgrounds of the authors—spanning military, political, and historical domains—enhance the depth and authenticity of the accounts. Recommended for both scholars and enthusiasts of Roman history, The African War offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with multiple viewpoints and literary styles within a single volume. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in the historical narrative, gaining valuable insights into the strategic minds that shaped Roman history. This anthology provides educational value through its broad spectrum of insights, fostering a rich dialogue between the stories and the storied past they elucidate.

Autor

Gaius Julius Caesar (July 100 BC – 15 March 44 BC) was a Roman general, statesman, and author whose military and political acumen carved his name into the annals of history. Not merely a strategist and a leader, Caesar was also a skilled writer, known primarily for his clear and incisive prose. Among his written works, 'The African War' describes the events of the campaign in North Africa during the latter stage of Caesar's Civil War, following the decisive Battle of Pharsalus. Notably, some scholars debate the authorship of this work, suggesting that it was perhaps written by Aulus Hirtius or another of Caesar's lieutenants, given stylistic differences from Caesar's undisputed Commentaries (Townsend, 1941; Damon, 2003). Nonetheless, the narrative is regularly attributed to Caesar because of its first-person style and detail, compatible with his other Commentaries on the Gallic War and the Civil War. Caesar's literary style, marked by directness and an economy of words, reflects his military precision and has ensured that his accounts remain not only historical documents but also literary classics, studied for their language and rhetoric as much as for their content (Raaflaub, 1998; Welch & Powell, 1998). His works offer insights into Roman warfare, politics, and Caesar's own methodologies, contributing a primary perspective on the monumental events he shaped.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 10.8.2022
• Übersetzer: William Alexander McDevitte, W. S. Bohn
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Vor- und Frühgeschichte / Antike
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1850s works • African expedition account • African historical warfare • African war accounts • ancient military history • Ancient Roman leadership • Ancient Roman strategy • Ancient Rome • ancient Rome history • Ancient war ethics • ancient warfare tactics • Ancient works • Classical Latin Literature • Classical literature • Culture • early Republic Rome • historical narratives • Historical political discourse • historical warfare analysis • History • Humanities • Julius Caesar books • Julius Caesar memoirs • language • Languages • Latin • military historical analysis • military history classics • public domain classics • Roman campaign narratives • Roman conquests • Roman legion tactics • Roman military campaigns • roman military history • Roman Republic era • Scipio Africanus myth • Sicilian assembly setting • Strategic reflections Rome • Translations