"The Complete Works of Julius Caesar" offers a comprehensive insight into the life and writings of one of ancient Rome's most influential figures. This anthology, skillfully compiled, spans various genres, including historical commentaries, lost works, and biographies, providing readers with a multifaceted understanding of Caesar's legacy. Gaius Julius Caesar, known for his military prowess and political acumen, emerges not only as a conqueror but also as a prolific author and historian. T...

Translation based on W. A. McDevitte and W. S. Bohn, 1869 The Gallic Wars were a series of military campaigns waged by the Roman proconsul Julius Caesar against several Gallic tribes, lasting from 58 BC to 51 BC. The Romans would also raid Britannia and Germania, but these expeditions never developed into full-scale invasions. The Gallic Wars culminated in the decisive Battle of Alesia in 52 BC, in which a complete Roman victory resulted in the expansion of the Roman Republic over the whol...

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display. TABLE OF CONTENTS:The African War (attributed to Caesar, possibly written by Aulus Hirtius or Gaius Op...

"The Works of Julius Caesar" is a collection of writings by Julius Caesar, a Roman statesman, military general, and author who played a significant role in the late Roman Republic. Caesar's writings encompass various literary genres, including historical accounts, political treatises, and personal correspondence.Julius Caesar (100-44 BCE) was one of the most influential figures in ancient Rome. He is renowned for his military campaigns, political maneuvering, and the reforms he implemented...

In "The Gallic War," Julius Caesar presents a detailed account of his military campaigns against the Gallic tribes from 58 to 50 BCE. Written in an incisive, direct style, the work is characterized by its clarity and vivid descriptions, effectively drawing the reader into the complexities of warfare. Employing the third person, Caesar not only documents his strategic decisions but also reflects on the sociopolitical landscape of Gaul, offering insights into the cultures of the tribes he en...

During his lifetime, Caesar was regarded as one of the best orators and prose authors in Latin —even Cicero spoke highly of Caesar's rhetoric and style.Only Caesar's war memoirs The Gallic Wars and The Civil War have survived. These narratives were written and published annually during or just after the actual campaigns, as a sort of "dispatches from the front".A few sentences from other works are quoted by other authors.Among his lost works are his funeral oration for...

Julius Caesar Complete Works – World’s Best CollectionAll Works - All War Writings, Rarities Plus Biography and BonusesThis is the world’s best Julius Caesar collection, including the most complete set of works available plus many free bonus materials.JULIUS CAESARGaius Julius Caesar was a famous Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in what led to the fall of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. Through a series of events and...

"The Commentaries on the Gallic War" is Julius Caesar's firsthand account of the Gallic Wars, written as a third-person narrative. In it Caesar describes the battles and intrigues that took place in the nine years he spent fighting the Germanic peoples and Celtic peoples in Gaul that opposed Roman conquest. The Gallic Wars were a series of military campaigns waged by the Roman proconsul Julius Caesar against several Gallic tribes. Rome's war against the Gallic tribes lasted from 58 BC to 5...

The Gallic Wars is one of the earliest examples of a military science manual, detailing arms technology, tactical maneuvers, battlefield politics, espionage, intelligence and even the role played by luck in ground and sea campaigns.

Caius Julius Caesar (12 July 100 BC – 15 March 44 BC) was the most famous Roman general and statesman in the late Roman Republic. A member of the First Triumvirate, Caesar led the Roman armies in the Gallic Wars before defeating his political rival Pompey in a civil war, and subsequently became dictator from 49 BC until his assassination in 44 BC. He played a critical role in the events that led to the demise of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire.The oration On ...

Caesar portrayed his invasion of Gaul as being a defensive pre-emptive action, most historians agree that the wars were fought primarily to boost Caesar's political career and to pay off his massive debts. Even so, Gaul was extremely important to Rome, as they had been attacked many times by the Gauls. Conquering Gaul allowed Rome to secure the natural border of the river Rhine. Caesar painstakingly describes his military campaign, and this is it is still the most important historical sour...

On the war in Africa.The book contains the translation in English and the original Latin text of De Bello Africo and a background taken from the second book of De Bello Civili by Gaius Julius Caesar which helps understanding the historical story.