Description: 1956. Cambridge University. first edition. VG. dj good, spine darkened. 8x5. 115pp. This emphasizes the literary character of Caesar's writings. The 'Commentaries' are related to the literary convention to which they belong; they are also shown to exceed the limitations of that convention. This short study gives insight into Roman literature and history as well as into the life and character of one of the world's great men. read more
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, MA
Date Published: 1956
Description: Near Fine in Very Good jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. Tiny inked name on front free page. No other markings in book. DJ with nicks to edges. DJ has one small tear at bottom front spine edge. Sir Frank Adcock's aim is to emphasize the literary character of Caesar's writings. The Introduction reminds the reader what Caesar was and what he had accomplished when he wrote. In a chapter on "The Military Man" Caesar's literary interpretation of war and generalship is described. 115pp. read more
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