Publisher's Synopsis
C. Julius Caesar's Commentaries of His Wars in Gaul: And Civil War with Pompey is a historical account of Julius Caesar's military campaigns during the Gallic Wars and the subsequent civil war with Pompey. The book was originally written in Latin by Julius Caesar himself and was published in 1737 in English. The book is divided into eight parts, with the first seven parts detailing Caesar's campaigns in Gaul from 58 BC to 51 BC. Caesar writes about his battles against the Helvetii, the Germans, the Belgae, and the Britons, among others. He also provides detailed descriptions of the geography, customs, and culture of the various tribes he encountered.The eighth part of the book covers the civil war between Caesar and Pompey, which took place from 49 BC to 45 BC. Caesar writes about his military strategy and tactics, as well as the political and social context of the conflict. He also provides insight into the personalities and motivations of the various players involved.Overall, C. Julius Caesar's Commentaries of His Wars in Gaul: And Civil War with Pompey is a valuable historical document that provides a firsthand account of one of the most significant periods in Roman history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Rome, military history, or political science.To Which Is Added, A Supplement To This Commentary Of His Wars In Gaul, As Also, Commentaries Of The Alexandrian, African, And Spanish Wars, By Aulus Hitius, Or Oppius, Etc., With The Author�������s Life. 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.