Selected Letters of Pliny: With Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. H. Westcott

 
9781528070133: Selected Letters of Pliny: With Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Selected Letters of Pliny: With Introduction and Notes is a concise, scholar‑level edition of Pliny’s letters that brings the Roman world to life through his correspondence.

With a readable introduction and careful notes, it helps readers understand the historical context, culture, and daily concerns of Pliny’s time.

This edition presents the letters alongside scholarly commentary, including critical notes and references that illuminate language, dates, and the relationships within the figures named in the correspondence. It is designed for readers who want both the text and guidance to interpret it confidently.
  • Unpack the historical setting and the people involved in Pliny’s letters.
  • Explore the themes of virtue, governance, and daily life in the Roman world.
  • Access introductions and notes that explain language, references, and chronology.
  • Use a reliable edition that suits both study and casual reading of classical letters.
Ideal for students of classics and history, as well as general readers seeking a window into Roman letters and society.

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