Caesar, Julius
The Civil War (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199540624
- author:
- Caesar, Julius
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 19.56 x 2.29 x 13.46 centimetres
- Genre:
- BCE to c 500 CE
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Civil War is a masterful account of the celebrated conflict between two great leaders, from the crossing of the Rubicon in January 49 B.C. to Pompey's death and the start of the Alexandrian War in the autumn of the following year. Caesar's detailed narrative covers the entire period, from the initial confrontation to the ultimate resolution, and is supplemented by the accounts of the Alexandrian, African, and Spanish Wars. This generously annotated edition provides a comprehensive understanding of the war, placing it in context and enabling the reader to grasp its significance both in detail and as a whole. With its rich historical insights and expert annotations, this volume is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the ancient world and the art of war. For over 100 years, Oxford World's Classics has made available a wide range of literature from around the globe, providing accurate texts and a wealth of additional features to support study and research.
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