Letters of Pliny
'Letters of Pliny' Summary
The Letters of Pliny the Younger are a collection of 248 personal letters written by the Roman author Pliny the Younger to various friends and acquaintances. The letters provide a valuable insight into the social, political, and cultural life of the Roman Empire during the 1st century CE. Some letters give details of Pliny's life and career as a lawyer, politician, and administrator, while others discuss philosophical and literary topics. Two famous letters in the collection describe the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE, during which Pliny's uncle, Pliny the Elder, died. Pliny's letters are a valuable source of information about Roman history and society, as well as being a fascinating read for anyone interested in the ancient world.Book Details
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