Gai Salvsti Crispi de Catilinae Conivratione: The Conspiracy of Catiline (1873)

Gaius Sallustius Crispus, commonly known as Sallust, was a Roman historian and politician who lived during the late Roman Republic. In 1873, his work ""De Catilinae Conivratione"" or ""The Conspiracy of Catiline"" was published. This book is a historical account of the Catilinarian Conspiracy, a plot led by the Roman senator Lucius Sergius Catilina in 63 BC to overthrow the Roman Republic. Sallust's work provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the conspiracy, the actions taken by Catiline and his followers, and the efforts of the Roman government to thwart the plot. He also delves into the political and social climate of Rome at the time, and the underlying factors that contributed to the conspiracy. ""The Conspiracy of Catiline"" is considered a seminal work in Roman history and an important source for understanding the political and social dynamics of the late Republic. Sallust's writing style is known for its concise and vivid descriptions, and his work is valued for its insights into the motivations and actions of historical figures. This book remains a popular read for students of Roman history and anyone interested in the political machinations of ancient Rome.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.