The Origin and Situation of the Germans

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Sprache - Englisch

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This incredible history was written by the Roman historian Publius Cornelius Tacitus around 98 AD. It is a well-written historical and ethnographic work on the Germanic tribes outside the Roman Empire. The writer brilliantly describes the Germanic people's lands, laws, and customs. In addition, it tells about individuals, beginning with those living closest to Roman lands and ending on the shores of the Baltic.


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Publius Cornelius Tacitus, more commonly known as Tacitus (c. 56 – c. 120 AD), was a senator and a historian of the Roman Empire. Renowned for his acute analysis of the psychology of power, Tacitus is considered one of the greatest Roman historians. His work 'The Origin and Situation of the Germans' ('De Origine et situ Germanorum'), commonly known as the 'Germania', is an ethnographic study of the diverse set of Germanic tribes outside the Roman Empire. Tacitus's accounts are foundational texts in the study of Germanic culture and have significantly influenced the understanding of Germanic tribes in classical history. His literary style is characterized by brevity and by a penetrating insight into the motivations behind political actions. Tacitus excelled in narrative and description; his works are marked by a sometimes-biting irony and a sharp judgment of the character and events he describes. In addition to 'Germania', Tacitus's major works include 'Annals' and 'Histories', which cover the history of the Roman Empire from the death of Augustus to the end of the Flavian dynasty. His writings provide valuable insights into the governance, society, and historical events of his times. Despite the significant time that has passed since his works were written, Tacitus's influence endures, and his studies remain a pillar of classical literature and historiography.

Produkt Details

Verlag: DigiCat

Genre: Sprache - Englisch

Sprache: English

Umfang: 25 Seiten

Größe: 338,7 KB

ISBN: 8596547169130

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