The Gallic War Seven Commentaries on The Gallic War with an Eighth Commentary by Aulus Hirtius

Such an interesting, first-hand account of one Caesars greatest military achievements. Also a great ethnographical account of the Gallic, German and Celtic-British tribes that made up the barbarian world in what the Romans termed oikuomene, the limit of the civilised world. The two landings on the island of Britannia, almost a hundred years before Claudius' invasion, are a wonderful account of the first contact with Britains ancestors. A great and exciting primary literary source!

Very pleased with this purchase. Excellent condition. Arrived swiftly and was as described by the seller.

Fascinating to hear the voice of Caesar from across the ages. I was looking to see what he thought and how he gained the upper hand during his campaigns. Would not like to meet the Roman army head to head!

An easy read, historically interesting but not as explicit with regard to Caesar's tsctics and strategy as i had expected. still, very pleasurable to read and to think that these are the words of the great man himself.

Very detailed. Ideal for anyone reasearching French or Gallo Roman history.

Interesting book package was delivered bang on time no damage to parcel

Arrived quickly and in good condition, as expected. My son was given it as part of his birthday present and was well pleased.

excellant service, book as described, am pleased with purchase and would by from this seller again wth confidence.

very thoughtable

Excelente

translations are good and the footnotes are really helpful.

This book really blew me away!!! We so rarely get to hear about "great" events from the actors themselves, let alone from such a great writer. Caesar writes with such clarity and power that one cannot help but be a little mesmerized by his version of events, even when he off-offhandedly mentions cutting off the right hand of of everyone in a city that resisted his siege. This rare book is a fascinating mix of history, propaganda, high adventure, ancient sociology, and a handbook about the dangers inherent in the gentle art of "nation building"- every American should read it. Also, look closely for the characters "Titus Pullo" and "lucius Vorenus" who appear in HBO's "Rome"!

All that I thought it would be and more. The translation is modern English so it's easy to read.