The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; / With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola

Name: The Reign of Tiberius, Out of the First Six Annals of Tacitus; / With His Account of Germany, and Life of Agricola
Author: Cornelius Tacitus

By Cornelius Tacitus

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The text presents a historian's account of early imperial Rome, chronicling political life, the consolidation of centralized authority, intrigues at the center of power, legal prosecutions, and the climate of suspicion that shapes public and private behavior. It includes an ethnographic study of the Germanic peoples, describing landscape, customs, social organization, and military practices as observed by a Roman observer. The volume closes with a biographical memoir of a prominent provincial commander and administrator, detailing campaigns, civic governance, and personal virtues set against the pressures of imperial rule.

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Cornelius Tacitus

Cornelius Tacitus was a Roman historian and senator, renowned for his critical and insightful analysis of the Roman Empire's history and governance. Active during the first century AD, he is best known for his works 'Germania' and 'Agricola', which provide valuable accounts of the Germanic tribes and the life of his father-in-law, Gnaeus Julius Agricola, respectively. Tacitus's writing is characterized by its brevity and depth, often reflecting on the moral and political issues of his time. His major historical works, including 'The Histories' and 'The Annals', explore the complexities of power, corruption, and the human condition, making him a pivotal figure in the study of Roman history.