Conspiracy of Catiline and the Jurgurthine War by Sallust

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Author Sallust, 87 BCE-35 BCE
Translator Watson, J. S. (John Selby), 1804-1884
Title Conspiracy of Catiline and the Jurgurthine War
Note Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by David Starner, Marc D'Hooghe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Conspiracy of Catiline and the Jurgurthine War" by Sallust is a historical account written during the late 1st century BC. The work delves into the details of the conspiracy led by Lucius Catiline against the Roman Republic, emphasizing themes of morality, ambition, and the deterioration of Roman society. Sallust presents Catiline as a complex character driven by insatiable ambition and a desire for power, while also reflecting on the broader implications of political corruption in Rome. The opening of the work sets the stage for the intricate political landscape of ancient Rome. Sallust begins by exploring the motivations behind Catiline's actions, describing him as a man of noble birth but vicious disposition who has gathered a band of dissolute followers. The narrative mentions Catiline's earlier conspiracies and lays out his nefarious ambitions, such as attempting to overthrow the government and assassinate prominent figures like Cicero. As tensions in Rome mount, the conspirators' plots become increasingly desperate, showcasing the fragility of the Republic and the complexities of its power struggles. This introduction is critical for understanding the motivations behind Catiline's conspiracy and the moral decay that Sallust argues has befallen Rome. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Rome -- History -- Conspiracy of Catiline, 65-62 B.C.
Subject Jugurthine War, 111-105 B.C.
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EBook-No. 7990
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 6, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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