9781331476627 - selected letters of pliny (classic reprint) di allen, g. b. (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. Step back in time and experience Roman life through the eyes of Pliny the Younger, a prominent figure during the reign of the Emperor Trajan. This book presents a fascinating collection of Pliny's letters, offering a unique window into the social, political, and intellectual world of the Roman elite during a period of significant change. The author provides valuable insights into the daily lives of wealthy Romans, their values, and their interactions with both friends and slaves. Through Pliny's correspondence, we gain an understanding of the era's social norms, including attitudes toward religion, philosophy, and the law. Pliny's observations on the eruption of Mount Vesuvius provide a vivid account of this natural disaster, adding another layer of historical significance to the collection. The book also explores the authorââ â¢s professional life, offering a glimpse into the intricacies of the Roman legal system and the political machinations of the time. This collection of letters provides an intimate and often humorous portrayal of Roman life, revealing the complexities of a society on the cusp of a new era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …