Die Germania by Cornelius Tacitus

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Author Tacitus, Cornelius, 56-117
Title Die Germania
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germania_(book) Wikipedia page about this book: https: //de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germania_(Tacitus)
Note Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary "Die Germania" by Cornelius Tacitus is a historical account written in the late 1st century AD. This work offers a detailed ethnographic study of the Germanic tribes that existed at the time, examining their customs, geography, and social structures. Tacitus, a Roman senator and historian, provides insights into the lives of the Germani, painting them as a noble yet savage people who posed a threat to the Roman Empire. The beginning of "Die Germania" introduces the geographical boundaries of Germania, highlighting the significant rivers like the Rhine and Danube that separate it from neighboring territories. Tacitus discusses the indigenous nature of the Germanic people, emphasizing their presumed purity and untainted heritage. He delves into their identities, recounting myths of origins and gods, as well as detailing their physical characteristics and various societal aspects. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration into the Germanic way of life, foreshadowing discussions about their weapons, governance, and customs, forming a foundational understanding of these tribes that would resonate through subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language German
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Germanic peoples -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 39573
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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