Sir Edward Ridley's translation of the Pharsalia provides a captivating look into the ancient world of Roman politics and the infamous civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great. Written by the Roman poet Lucan, this epic poem is a thrilling account of treachery, war, and the ultimate fall of the Roman Republic. Ridley's translation captures the power and complexity of Lucan's work, making it accessible to modern readers.

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