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Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars
Hardcover
Ancient History GeneralGeneral European HistoryGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781022940338
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 260
Weight: 1.19
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars plunges into the heart of one of history's most pivotal conflicts: the Roman Civil War. Lucan's epic poem captures the drama and intensity of this era, culminating in the decisive Battle of Pharsalus. A cornerstone of classical literature, this work offers a powerful and poetic exploration of Roman history.
Experience the sweep of events and the clash of personalities that defined this transformative period. Lucan's account provides a glimpse into the political intrigue, military strategies, and human cost of the conflict that reshaped the Roman world. This meticulously prepared print edition ensures the enduring power of Pharsalia remains accessible to all those fascinated by ancient history and epic poetry. A timeless tale of ambition, betrayal, and the fall of a republic, its themes continue to resonate 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 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.
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