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Focusing on the civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great, this epic poem captures the dramatic events leading to the pivotal Battle of Pharsalus in 48 BC. Written by Lucan in Latin during A.D. 61-65, it is celebrated as a masterpiece of Silver Age Latin literature. The narrative highlights Caesar's decisive victory over Pompey, showcasing themes of power, conflict, and fate. Although left unfinished at Lucan's death, the poem remains a significant historical and literary work.
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Pharsalia, Marcus Annaeus Lucanus, Lucan
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- Released
- 2012
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- Title
- Pharsalia
- Subtitle
- Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars. Also Known As: On the Civil War
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Marcus Annaeus Lucanus, Lucan
- Publisher
- Benediction Classics
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 286
- ISBN13
- 9781781391754
- Category
- Poetry
- Description
- Focusing on the civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great, this epic poem captures the dramatic events leading to the pivotal Battle of Pharsalus in 48 BC. Written by Lucan in Latin during A.D. 61-65, it is celebrated as a masterpiece of Silver Age Latin literature. The narrative highlights Caesar's decisive victory over Pompey, showcasing themes of power, conflict, and fate. Although left unfinished at Lucan's death, the poem remains a significant historical and literary work.