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Sallust: Bellum Catilinae

By Sallust
Series: Latin Texts
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Bellum Catilinae by Sallust is a historical account detailing the conspiracy of Catiline in ancient Rome. Presented in Latin with English introduction and notes, it explores the motives, characters, and political intrigue surrounding this significant event.
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This edition is ideal for sixth-form students and undergraduates studying classical history or Latin literature, offering detailed commentary on historical context, character analysis, and grammar.

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This is Sallust's text, "Bellum Catilinae", in Latin with English introduction and notes.

This is Sallust's text, Bellum Catilinae, in Latin with English introduction and notes, intended for sixth formers and undergraduate students.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

This is Sallust's text, Bellum Catilinae, in Latin with an English introduction and notes. It is intended primarily for use by sixth-formers (upper high/secondary school) and undergraduates.

The commentary concentrates on the elucidation of historical points and on the analysis of character and motive. It also explains points of grammar as they arise.

The introduction provides essential information on the life and work of Sallust, along with a full exposition of his unique style. A bibliography and vocabulary are included.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780906515198

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 1991

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bristol Classical Press

Contributors:

  • Volume editor Patrick McGushin

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 286g

Pages: 200

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Non-Fiction Sallust Series: Latin Texts

About the Author

Patrick McGushin was Professor of Latin, University of Western Australia, and author of a definitive commentary on Bellum Catilinae (1977).

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