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Julius Caesar

De Bello Gallico (The War in Gaul) and The Civil War. According to Wikipedia: "Gaius Julius Caesar (13 July 100 BC – 15 March 44 BC), was a Roman military and political leader. He played a critical role in the transformation of the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire. A politician of the populares tradition, he formed an unofficial triumvirate with Marcus Licinius Crassus and Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus which dominated Roman politics for several years, opposed in the Roman Senate by optimates ...

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Julius Caesar

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Carolyn Hammond

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Oxford World's Classics

The Gallic War, published on the eve of the civil war which led to the end of the Roman Republic, is an autobiographical account written by one of the most famous figures of European history. On one level a straightforward narrative of the campaigns Caesar fought against the Gauls, Germans and Britons, it also serves a deeper political purpose, revealing him as a commander of breathtaking flair, courage and persistence - a man of the people, a man without rival. This new translati...

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Julius Caesar

Translated by

Jane Gardner, S. A. Handford

Between 58 and 50BC Caesar conquered most of the area now covered by France, Belgium and Switzerland, and twice invaded Britain. This is the record of his campaigns.Caesar's narrative offers insights into his military strategy & paints a fascinating picture of his encounters with the inhabitant of Gaul and Britain, as well as offering lively portraits of a number of key characters such as the rebel leaders and Gallic chieftains. This can also be read as a piece of political propagan...

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Julius Caesar

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W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn

In "The Civil War," Julius Caesar offers a firsthand account of the conflict between the Roman Republic and its internal factions, deftly navigating the tumultuous political landscape of his time. Written in a lucid and compelling prose style, the text exemplifies the use of direct speech and vivid detail to bring the events to life, revealing not only military strategies but also the socio-political implications of the war. Its importance lies in its dual role as a historical document and...

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Julius Caesar, Kara Brackley, Blake Chapman

Translated by

W. A. McDevitte, W. S. Bohn

The Gallic War is Caesar's spare, commanding narrative of the campaigns in Gaul (58–50 BCE), composed in the Commentarii mode. Written in taut, paratactic Latin and the third person, it interweaves precise logistics, topography, Alesia's siegecraft, and battle order with ethnographic sketches of Gauls, Germans, and Britons, and set-piece speeches that guide interpretation. At once field report and crafted literature, it stands at the hinge of late Republican historiography, balancing annal...

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Julius Caesar, Delphi Classics

The Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the wisdom of the Classical world, with both English translations and the original Latin and Greek texts. This comprehensive eBook presents the complete works of Julius Caesar, with beautiful illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (6MB Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Caesar's life and works* Features the complete works of Caesar, in both English translation an...

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Julius Caesar

De Bello Gallico is a seminal work of historical and political literature, offering a firsthand account of Julius Caesar's campaigns in Gaul during the 1st century BCE. More than a simple chronicle of military conquests, the text serves as both a detailed record of strategy and a subtle piece of political propaganda, crafted to reinforce Caesar's authority and justify his actions to the Roman Senate and people. Through vivid descriptions of battles, geography, and...

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Julius Caesar

De bello gallico and other commentaries presents a structured first person record of extended military campaigns, political strategy, and administrative control across contested territories. The narrative combines battlefield reporting with logistical detail, geographic description, and analysis of opposing forces. Campaign movements, fortifications, alliances, and negotiations are described with calculated clarity, showing how leadership decisions connect planning with outcome. The text e...

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Julius Caesar

"De Bello Gallico" is a significant historical work by Julius Caesar, chronicling his military campaigns in Gaul. Written in a straightforward and engaging style, the text serves not only as a military account but also as a reflection of Roman politics and society during Caesar's time. The work is divided into several books, each detailing different aspects of the Gallic Wars, showcasing Caesar's strategic prowess and leadership. It remains a crucial source for understanding Roman history ...

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Julius Caesar, Zengerink

What if you could uncover the mind of one of history's greatest military leaders, master strategic thinking, and learn the art of leadership and conquest?The Commentaries of Julius Caesar: The Conquests and Strategies of Rome's Greatest General brings you the timeless writings of Julius Caesar, thoughtfully modernized and adapted for today's readers.Caesar's Commentaries, including his accounts of the Gallic Wars and the Civil Wa...

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Julius Caesar

Julius Caesar (100-44 B.C.) is one of the most famous men in history, and his name was used to denote the status of emperor throughout European countries like Italy, Germany, and Russia nearly 2,000 years after his famous assassination. But before he won the civil war against Pompey the Great and ended the Roman Republic permanently, he became a man of power and fame in modern day France, leading armies in the Gallic campaign. Moreover, Caesar wrote extensively about the campaign, giving r...

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Julius Caesar

Commentaries on the Gallic War is a historical account by Julius Caesar.Commentaries on the Gallic War describes the conflicts between Rome and the region of Gaul in western Europe, as well as the Germanic peoples who lived to the east of the river Rhine, and Britain to the north, in the later years of the Roman republic.Despite being written in the 3rd person, the commentaries are the memoirs of Julius Caesar himself, and offer a unique insight into these events.Be...