Because of the author and his veneration over an extended period of history and his historic importance the texts have been transcribed and translated multiple times from their original scripts as written in roman times. This new translation reflects the purity of caesars latin while preserving the pace and flow of his. Aulus gellius 1911 encyclopedia britannica bible encyclopedia. He died of injuries sustained at the battle of forum gallorum. After the civil war, hirtius served in various offices, including tribune in 48, praetor in 46, governor of transalpine gaul in 45, and finally, after the death of caesar, and by caesars own nomination, consul in 43. Aulus hirtius caesars commentaries on the gallic war translated by w. Book 6 the second passage of the rhine, with some notes on the druids and the remarkable animals found in the hercynian forest. He was with julius caesar as legate in gaul, but after the civil war broke out in 49 he seems to have remained in rome to protect caesars interests. The gallic war seven commentaries on the gallic war with an. Sep 24, 2017 the full work is split into eight sections, book 1 to book 8, varying in size from approximately 5,000 to 15,000 words. Suetonius also indicates that either caesars friend oppius, or hirtius likely wrote about.
The spanish wars by aulus hirtius available from rakuten kobo. Dumnacuss efforts are recounted by aulus hirtius in his continuation of the bellum gallicum book 8, which covers the two years of. Commentaries on the gallic war, by gaius julius caesar. Hirtius and caius vibius pansa were consuls and took sides with the senate against antony, who was at. May 28, 2018 aulus hirtius finished the last book of julius caesars commentary on the gallic war, probably wrote a book from the commentary on the civil war, and was a major player in the aftermath of caesar. Hirtius, aulus article about hirtius, aulus by the free. Commentaries on the gallic war, by gaius julius caesar audio book. Hirtius is almost certainly the author of the continuation of caesars commentaries, the eighth book of the gallic war, and probably also of the history of the alexandrine war. On the defeat of pharnaces and reduction of africa, those who escaped from those battles fled to young cn. S download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Entry for aulus gellius 1911 encyclopedia britannica one of 8 bible encyclopedias freely available, this resource contained over 40 million words in nearly 40,000 articles written by 1,500 respected authors. Book 8 51 bc written by aulus hirtius, a legate of caesar, possibly after julius caesars death, the book details how caesar quells small uprisings and rewards loyal.
Caesar describes a conflict with the gallic tribe known as the helvetii. Caius julius caesar aulus hirtius johannes vennekool. The latin title, literally commentaries on the gallic war, is often retained in english translations of the book, and the title is also translated to about the gallic war, of the gallic war, on the gallic war, the conquest of gaul, and the gallic war. Aulus hirtius military wiki fandom powered by wikia. To which is added, a supplement to his commentary of his wars in gaul. You may access preformulated searches based on the author and his works or select from a list of specific titles. Commentaries on the gallic warbook 8 wikisource, the.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Seven commentaries on the gallic war with an eighth commentary by aulus hirtius oxford worlds classics 9780199540266. A notorious epicure, hirtius was also a fluent and reasonably painstaking writer. Aulus hirtius served with caesar in gaul, and was an envoy to pompey during the civil war. Complete works kindle edition by caesar, gaius julius, hirtius, aulus, mcdevitte, w. Seven commentaries on the gallic war with an eighth commentary by aulus hirtius.
The latin title, commentaries on the gallic war, is often retained in english translations of the book, and the title is also translated to about the gallic war, of the gallic war, on the gallic war, the conquest of gaul, and the gallic war. The internet classics archive buy books by or about hirtius. The latin title, literally commentaries on the gallic war, is often retained in english translations of the book, and the title is also translated to about the gallic war, of the gallic war, on the. Suetonius also indicates that either caesars friend oppius, or hirtius likely wrote about the alexandrian. Datasets available include lcsh, bibframe, lc name authorities, lc classification, marc codes, premis vocabularies, iso language codes, and more. Aulus hirtius, hindered by darkness and wary of being lured into a trap, chose not to pursue the defeated antonian legions. After delay caused by the troops unwillingness to cross the ocean, which they then regarded as. The linked data service provides access to commonly found standards and vocabularies promulgated by the library of congress. The full work is split into eight sections, book 1 to book 8, varying in size from approximately 5,000 to 15,000 words. Shorter than its counterpart on the gallic war, only three books. A wikipedia article about this author is available hirtius, aulus. Julius caesars commentaries of his wars in gaul, and civil war with pompey. Consisting of eight books the last one written by aulus hirtius, caesars secretary, we get the roman emperors viewpoint and interpretation, presented in.
The full work is split into eight sections, book 1 to book 8, each varying in size from approximately 5,000 to 15,000 words. The andes, led by dumnacus, played a significant role in the continuing war against rome after the defeat of vercingetorix at alesia. Seven commentaries on the gallic war with an eighth commentary by aulus hirtius by julius caesar 2008, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Book 5 the second invasion of britain and rebellion in northern gaul. When the war broke out at alexandria, caesar sent to rhodes, syria, and cilicia, for all his fleet. To this edition is now added, at the end of every book, those excellent remarks of the duke of rohan.
Book 8 was written by aulus hirtius, after caesars death. The gallic war seven commentaries on the gallic war with. It was reported that hirtius dined with caesar, sallust, oppius, balbus and sulpicus rufus. Aulus hirtius and the corpus caesarianum when ovid told his readers, with customary indirection, that he was born in the year when both consuls fell, victims of like fate,1 he wanted them to know that he was born in what we should less imaginatively refer to as the year 43 b. The alexandrian war, which deals with troubles elsewhere also, may have been written by aulus hirtius ca. Cuius postulationem antonius cum iudicaret ab iusto nasci timore. This includes his gallic wars and civil wars, plus three shorter works which may have been written by aulus hirtius who is also credited with the 8th book of. Aulus hirtius, preface to book 8 of caesars commentaries on the gallic war 7. Of the continuations of caesars commentariesthe eighth book of the gallic war, the history of the alexandrian, african and spanish warsthe first is generally allowed to be by hirtius. Hirtius and caius vibius pansa were consuls and took sides with the senate against antony, who was at mutina modena besieging decimus junius brutus. Do we know writings such as the gallic wars and the civil. Hirtius, aulus the encyclopedia of ancient history fronda.
He was a legate of julius caesars starting around 54 bc and served as an envoy to pompey in 50. The gallic war, published on the eve of the civil war which led to the end of the roman republic, is an autobiographical account written by one of the most famous figures of european history. Beginning about 54 bc hirtius served under julius caesar in gaul and was sent to negotiate with caesars rival, pompey, in december 50. The conquest of gaul by gaius julius caesar goodreads. This includes data values and the controlled vocabularies that house them. Julius caesar, 9780199540266, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Apr 15, 2012 commentaries on the gallic war book 8.
He was a personal friend of cicero, but his correspondence with the orator, which was published in nine books, has not survived. Featured movies all video latest this just in prelinger archives democracy now. Commentaries on the gallic war by aulus hirtius book 8. Aulus hirtius has 37 books on goodreads with 15459 ratings. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Aulus hirtiuss most popular book is the conquest of gaul. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading julius caesar. Buy the gallic war seven commentaries on the gallic war with an eighth commentary by aulus hirtius oxford worlds classics by julius caesar, carolyn hammond isbn.
Seven commentaries on the gallic war with an eighth commentary by aulus hirtius oxford worlds classics 1st edition. Commentaries on the gallic warbook 8 wikisource, the free. Use this page to purchase books by or about hirtius. He was a friend of julius caesar, with whom he served in gaul. For more options, including links to purchase titles in the loeb classical library, return to the main page for buying books. Julius caesars commentaries of his wars in gaul, and. It was reported that hirtius dined with caesar, sallust, oppius, balbus and sulpicus rufus on the night after caesars famous crossing over the rubicon river into italy january 10. Seven commentaries on the gallic war with an eighth commentary by aulus hirtius oxford worlds classics by caesar, julius and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Although supporting gaius julius caesar during the civil war, he pushed for the restoration of the republic upon caesars death. The marshes were covered with arms, trunks, horse remains, corpses of legionaries of the two sides perceived in the alternate fights. Hirtius then served in spain and the east and was praetor 46 and governor 45 of transalpine gaul. Aulus hirtius s most popular book is the conquest of gaul. Books by aulus hirtius author of the conquest of gaul.
Top american libraries canadian libraries universal library community texts project gutenberg biodiversity heritage library childrens library. Gaius vibius pansa caetronianus died 22 april 43 bc was consul of the roman republic in 43 bc. The alexandrian wars by aulus hirtius available from rakuten kobo. Apr 17, 2008 buy the gallic war seven commentaries on the gallic war with an eighth commentary by aulus hirtius oxford worlds classics by julius caesar, carolyn hammond isbn.
The battle of mutina took place on 21 april 43 bc between the forces loyal to the senate under consuls gaius vibius pansa and aulus hirtius, supported by the legions of caesar octavian, and the caesarian legions of mark antony which were besieging the troops of decimus brutus. Aulus hirtius 1911 encyclopedia britannica bible encyclopedia. Hirtius added to caesars gallic war an eighth book, and probably also wrote the alexandrian war. With the authors life ebook written by julius caesar. Entry for aulus hirtius 1911 encyclopedia britannica one of 8 bible encyclopedias freely available, this resource contained over 40 million words in nearly 40,000 articles written by 1,500 respected authors. Under aulus plautius an army of four legions was assembled, together with a number of auxiliary regiments consisting of cavalry and infantry raised among warlike tribes subject to the empire. Hirtius, aulus fronda major reference works wiley online.