Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars by Lucan

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Author Lucan, 39-65
Title Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pharsalia
Note Bellum Civile
Note Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Douglas B. Killings
Summary "Pharsalia" by Lucan is an epic poem composed during the mid-1st century AD. This historical narrative focuses on the tumultuous civil wars in Rome, particularly the conflict between Julius Caesar and Pompey Magnus. Through grandiose and impassioned verse, Lucan explores themes of ambition, morality, and the consequences of civil strife, illustrating the tragic downfall of Rome's once-stable republic. The opening portion of "Pharsalia" sets the stage for the catastrophic events that led to the Roman civil war, particularly highlighting the crossing of the Rubicon by Caesar, a moment filled with foreboding and remorse. Lucan evokes a vivid depiction of the chaos and outrage that the war has wrought upon Italy's landscapes and its people, lamenting the violent fate of the Republic. Characterized by deep philosophical reflections on ambition and moral decay, the text foreshadows the dire consequences of the impending conflict. The tumult surrounding Caesar's crossing of the Rubicon not only marks a pivotal moment in Roman history but also emphasizes the personal and political tensions that accompany such monumental decisions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Epic poetry, Latin -- Translations into English
Subject Rome -- History -- Civil War, 49-45 B.C. -- Poetry
Subject Pharsalus, Battle of, Farsala, Greece, 48 B.C. -- Poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 602
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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