Publisher's Synopsis
C. C. Sallust's History of the Catilinarian and Jugurthine Wars is a book that was first published in 1744. It is a historical account of two important conflicts in ancient Rome, the Catilinarian War and the Jugurthine War. The author, C. C. Sallust, was a Roman historian and politician who lived during the first century BC. The Catilinarian War was a conspiracy led by Lucius Sergius Catilina, a Roman senator who plotted to overthrow the Roman Republic in 63 BC. The Jugurthine War, on the other hand, was a conflict between Rome and Jugurtha, the king of Numidia, which took place between 112 and 105 BC. In this book, Sallust provides a detailed account of both wars, including their causes, key events, and the major players involved. He also offers his own analysis and interpretation of the events, giving readers a valuable insight into the political and social context of ancient Rome. Overall, C. C. Sallust's History of the Catilinarian and Jugurthine Wars is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Roman history or military conflicts. It is a classic work of historical literature that has stood the test of time and continues to be studied and appreciated by scholars and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
