Publisher's Synopsis
The Letters of Cassiodorus is a book that presents a condensed translation of the Variae Epistolae of Magnus Aurelius Cassiodorus Senator. Cassiodorus was a Roman statesman, writer, and scholar who lived in the 6th century AD. The Variae Epistolae are a collection of letters that Cassiodorus wrote during his time as a high-ranking official in the Ostrogothic court of King Theodoric. The book includes a selection of Cassiodorus' letters that cover a range of topics, including politics, religion, literature, and philosophy. The letters provide insight into the political and cultural climate of the time, as well as Cassiodorus' own thoughts and beliefs. The translation is presented in a condensed form, making the book accessible to a wider audience. The translator has also provided an introduction that provides context for Cassiodorus' life and work, as well as notes that explain historical and cultural references in the letters. Overall, The Letters of Cassiodorus is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history, literature, or philosophy. It provides a glimpse into the mind of one of the most important figures of the late Roman Empire and sheds light on the intellectual and cultural traditions of the time.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.
