The Agricola and Germany of Tacitus: and the Dialogue on Oratory is a book written by Cornelius Tacitus in 1877. The book is a compilation of three works by Tacitus: The Agricola, Germany, and the Dialogue on Oratory. The Agricola is a biography of Tacitus' father-in-law, Julius Agricola, who was a Roman general and governor of Britain. The book describes Agricola's military campaigns in Britain, his relationship with the local tribes, and his efforts to improve the lives of the people under his rule. The second work in the book, Germany, is a description of the Germanic tribes that lived beyond the borders of the Roman Empire. Tacitus provides a detailed account of their customs, religion, and way of life. He also compares the Germanic tribes to the Romans and praises their bravery and independence. The final work in the book, the Dialogue on Oratory, is a conversation between two characters, Maternus and Julius Secundus, about the decline of oratory in Rome. They discuss the reasons for the decline and the qualities that make a great orator. The book provides valuable insights into the art of public speaking in ancient Rome. Overall, The Agricola and Germany of Tacitus: and the Dialogue on Oratory is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Roman history, military campaigns, and the art of public speaking. Tacitus' writing style is engaging and insightful, and his descriptions of ancient Rome and the Germanic tribes are vivid and detailed.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.
