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Title: "De Bello Gallico" and Other Commentaries

Note: Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: The war in Gaul -- The civil war.

Credits: Produced by Stan Goodman, Ted Garvin, Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Summary: "De Bello Gallico" and Other Commentaries by Julius Caesar is a historical account written in the late 1st century BC. The work details Julius Caesar's military campaigns, particularly his conquests in Gaul, where he sought to expand Roman influence and assert control over various tribes. Through a first-person narrative, Caesar not only documents tactical maneuvers but also provides insight into the political and social climate of the time, making it a critical primary source for understanding Roman history and military strategy. At the start of the text, Caesar introduces the geographical and political landscape of Gaul, noting its division into three main groups: the Belgae, the Aquitani, and the Gauls or Celts. He highlights the valor of the Helvetii tribe, who, driven by their ambitions under their leader Orgetorix, plan to migrate and conquer other territories. The narrative quickly shifts to Caesar's response upon learning of the Helvetii's intentions to pass through Roman territory. He fortifies Geneva and prepares for conflict, demonstrating his leadership and strategic prowess. The early chapters set the stage for the ensuing military engagement, showcasing not just the military tactics employed by Caesar but also the complexities of diplomacy and tribal alliances in Gaul. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Caesar, Julius, 100 BCE-44 BCE

Author of introduction, etc.: De Quincey, Thomas, 1785-1859

Translator: McDevitte, W. A. (William Alexander)

EBook No.: 10657

Published: Jan 1, 2004

Downloads: 1059

Language: English

Subject: Gaul -- History -- Gallic Wars, 58-51 B.C.

Subject: Rome -- History -- Civil War, 49-48 B.C.

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:10657:2 2004-01-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. McDevitte, W. A. (William Alexander) De Quincey, Thomas Caesar, Julius en 1
2024-11-08T21:03:05Z "De Bello Gallico" and Other Commentaries

This edition has images.

Title: "De Bello Gallico" and Other Commentaries

Note: Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Contents: The war in Gaul -- The civil war.

Credits: Produced by Stan Goodman, Ted Garvin, Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders

Summary: "De Bello Gallico" and Other Commentaries by Julius Caesar is a historical account written in the late 1st century BC. The work details Julius Caesar's military campaigns, particularly his conquests in Gaul, where he sought to expand Roman influence and assert control over various tribes. Through a first-person narrative, Caesar not only documents tactical maneuvers but also provides insight into the political and social climate of the time, making it a critical primary source for understanding Roman history and military strategy. At the start of the text, Caesar introduces the geographical and political landscape of Gaul, noting its division into three main groups: the Belgae, the Aquitani, and the Gauls or Celts. He highlights the valor of the Helvetii tribe, who, driven by their ambitions under their leader Orgetorix, plan to migrate and conquer other territories. The narrative quickly shifts to Caesar's response upon learning of the Helvetii's intentions to pass through Roman territory. He fortifies Geneva and prepares for conflict, demonstrating his leadership and strategic prowess. The early chapters set the stage for the ensuing military engagement, showcasing not just the military tactics employed by Caesar but also the complexities of diplomacy and tribal alliances in Gaul. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Caesar, Julius, 100 BCE-44 BCE

Author of introduction, etc.: De Quincey, Thomas, 1785-1859

Translator: McDevitte, W. A. (William Alexander)

EBook No.: 10657

Published: Jan 1, 2004

Downloads: 1059

Language: English

Subject: Gaul -- History -- Gallic Wars, 58-51 B.C.

Subject: Rome -- History -- Civil War, 49-48 B.C.

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:10657:3 2004-01-01T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. McDevitte, W. A. (William Alexander) De Quincey, Thomas Caesar, Julius en 1