The Gallic War

The Gallic War, published on the eve of the civil war which led to the end of the Republic, is an autobiographical account written by one of the most famous figures of European history. On one level a straightforward narrative of the campaigns Caesar fought against the Gauls, Germans & Britons, it also serves a deeper political purpose, revealing him as a commander of breathtaking flair, courage & persistence—a man of the people, a man without rival.

This new translation reflects the purity of Caesar’s Latin while preserving the pace & flow of his momentous narrative of the conquest of Gaul & the first Roman invasions of Britain & Germany.

The introduction includes a survey of Caesar’s role & reputation in later thought, while detailed notes, maps, a table of dates & glossary make this the most useful edition available.