European HistoryDie GermaniaCornelius Tacitus
European History

Die Germania

by Cornelius Tacitus

This short text describes the geography of Germania and the customs of its inhabitants, from the Rhine to the Vistula.

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"Die Germania" by Cornelius Tacitus is an ethnographic work written around 98 CE about the Germanic peoples. This short text describes the geography of Germania and the customs of its inhabitants, from the Rhine to the Vistula. Tacitus portrays the Germans as hardy, uncorrupted, and fiercely free, praising their family values and courage while noting their weaknesses, including laziness and excessive drinking. The work examines their warfare, religion, governance, and daily life, offering a Roman perspective on these northern neighbors.

Details

Format
EPUB
Language
German
Length
55 pages
Publisher
Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN
9781548674663