Publisher's Synopsis
""The Letters of Pliny the Younger"" is a collection of selected letters written by Pliny the Younger, a Roman author and politician who lived in the 1st century AD. The book includes a variety of letters that Pliny wrote to friends, family members, and government officials, providing insight into the social and political climate of ancient Rome. The letters cover a range of topics, including philosophy, literature, religion, and daily life in Rome. The book also includes a companion guide, written by editor Helen H. Tanzer, which provides historical context and analysis of Pliny's letters. Overall, ""The Letters of Pliny the Younger"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Rome through the eyes of one of its most prominent figures.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.