The Gallic War: Seven Commentaries on The Gallic War with an Eighth Commentary by Aulus Hirtius (Oxford World's Classics)
by Julius Caesar, Carolyn Hammond
In 'The Gallic War,' Julius Caesar recounts his campaigns to conquer Gaul, detailing battles, strategies, and tribal encounters from 58 to 52 BC. Supplemented by Aulus Hirtius's eighth commentary, this classic work offers invaluable insights into Roman military prowess and expansion. Carolyn Hammond's translation brings this historical epic to life for contemporary audiences.
About This Book
Julius Caesar's 'The Gallic War' consists of seven commentaries detailing his military campaigns against the Gallic tribes from 58 to 52 BC. Written in the third person, these accounts serve both as historical records and political propaganda to justify Caesar's actions to the Roman Senate and people.
The text covers key battles, alliances, and the subjugation of various tribes, showcasing Roman engineering, tactics, and discipline. Caesar's narrative highlights the challenges of warfare in unfamiliar terrain and against formidable opponents.
An eighth commentary, added by Aulus Hirtius after Caesar's death, completes the story up to 51 BC, ensuring the work's continuity and comprehensiveness.
This Oxford World's Classics edition features a translation by Carolyn Hammond, making the ancient text accessible to modern readers while preserving its original intent and style.
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