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Trebia. Trasimene. Cannae. With three stunning victories, Hannibal humbled Rome and nearly shattered its empire. Even today Hannibal's brilliant, if ultimately unsuccessful, campaign against Rome during the Second Punic War (218-202 BC) make him one of history's most celebrated military leaders. This biography by Cornelius Nepos (c. 100-27 BC) sketches Hannibal's life from the time he began traveling with his father's army as a young boy, through his sixteen-year invasion of Italy and his ...

This part of Ovid's 'Theban History' recounts the confrontation of Pentheus, king of Thebes, with his divine cousin, Bacchus, the god of wine. Notwithstanding the warnings of the seer Tiresias and the cautionary tale of a character Acoetes (perhaps Bacchus in disguise), who tells of how the god once transformed a group of blasphemous sailors into dolphins, Pentheus refuses to acknowledge the divinity of Bacchus or allow his worship at Thebes. Enraged, yet curious to witness the orgiastic r...

In republican times, one of Rome's deadliest enemies was King Mithridates of Pontus. In 66 BCE, after decades of inconclusive struggle, the tribune Manilius proposed a bill that would give supreme command in the war against Mithridates to Pompey the Great, who had just swept the Mediterranean clean of another menace: the pirates. While powerful aristocrats objected to the proposal, which would endow Pompey with unprecedented powers, the bill proved hugely popular among the people, and one ...

This is a short collection of letters regarding the papacy of Leo III, including his corresponce with the Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne. Most of his works are relating to the affairs of state, with some expressed concern for the state of the Saracens and the political relationship with Constantinople at this time. All ten letters are included in both their original Latin as well as their English translation.

In "Strategemata," Sextus Julius Frontinus presents a meticulous analysis of military stratagems through a compendium of historical examples from the ancient world. Written in the first century AD, this work combines the eloquence of classical Latin with a pragmatic approach to warfare, illustrating the complex interplay between cunning and strategy through engaging narratives. Frontinus divides his text into different books, each focusing on various tactical maneuvers and celebrated milit...

Cicero composed his incendiary Philippics only a few months after Rome was rocked by the brutal assassination of Julius Caesar. In the tumultuous aftermath of Caesar’s death, Cicero and Mark Antony found themselves on opposing sides of an increasingly bitter and dangerous battle for control. Philippic 2 was a weapon in that war.Conceived as Cicero’s response to a verbal attack from Antony in the Senate, Philippic 2 is a rhetorical firework that ranges from...

Ritchie's Fabulae Faciles: A First Latin Reader is an engaging introduction to Latin literature designed for beginners. The book features a collection of simplified Latin stories that are both accessible and enjoyable, making it an ideal resource for students who are just starting their journey into the Latin language. Each story is carefully crafted to build vocabulary and comprehension skills, while also providing insights into Roman culture and mythology. The reader is structured to gra...

The emperor Nero is etched into the Western imagination as one of ancient Rome’s most infamous villains, and Tacitus’ Annals have played a central role in shaping the mainstream historiographical understanding of this flamboyant autocrat. This section of the text plunges us straight into the moral cesspool that Rome had apparently become in the later years of Nero’s reign, chronicling the emperor’s fledgling stage career including his plans for a grand tour of Greece; his participation in ...

"The Student's Companion to Latin Authors" by George Middleton and Thomas Ross Mills serves as an essential guide for students and enthusiasts of Latin literature. This comprehensive reference work provides insightful biographical sketches and critical analyses of prominent Latin authors, making it an invaluable resource for understanding the context and significance of their works. The authors meticulously compile information that aids readers in navigating the complexities of Latin texts...

Doderlein's Handbook of Latin Synonymes is a comprehensive reference work that serves as an invaluable resource for students and scholars of Latin. Authored by Ludwig von Doederlein, this handbook meticulously categorizes Latin synonyms, providing nuanced distinctions between similar words. It aims to enhance the understanding of Latin vocabulary and improve the precision of expression in the language. The work is particularly useful for those engaged in translation, composition, and the s...

Latin Literature by J. W. Mackail is a comprehensive exploration of the rich tapestry of Latin literary tradition. The book delves into the works of prominent authors, examining their contributions to literature and the cultural context in which they wrote. Mackail's insightful analysis highlights the evolution of themes, styles, and genres, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the significance of Latin literature in shaping Western literary heritage. The text serves as both an...

Historia Iuliani PhilosophiAn Ancient Romance Rediscovered — with Interlinear Latin-English Text for Rapid LearningEmbark on a thrilling journey through the Eastern provinces of the Roman Empire with Historia Iuliani Philosophi—a newly composed ancient romance in the spirit of Apollonius of Tyre, written in elegant, idiomatic Latin worthy of the Golden and Silver Ages.This interlinear Latin-English edition