The Letters of Cassiodorus by Senator Cassiodorus
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Cassiodorus, Senator, 487?-585?
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"The Letters of Cassiodorus" by Senator Cassiodorus is a historical collection of correspondence composed in the late 6th century. This work presents a condensed translation of the 'Variae Epistolae', which features letters that offer insight into the political landscape of the time, particularly under the reign of Theodoric the Great. The letters ...
world to the medieval age. The opening of the collection introduces the context for the letters, framing them as essential correspondence tied closely to historical events and political affairs of the time. The translator, Thomas Hodgkin, explains his approach in presenting an abstract rendition intended for scholars interested in the interplay of Roman and Gothic civilizations. He notes the challenges faced when interpreting and condensing Cassiodorus's lengthy and often repetitive style, aiming to retain essential details and making the text accessible for readers keen on exploring the governance and societal complexities of 6th-century Italy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Donald Young
5 months agoMake no mistake, the interplay between the protagonists drives the story forward beautifully. Don't hesitate to download this.
Karen Allen
4 months agoFor a digital edition, it manages to explain difficult concepts in plain English. I'm sending the link to all my friends.
Jennifer Carter
2 months agoHaving read this twice, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. A valuable addition to my digital library.
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Brian King
1 month agoSimply put, the translation seems very fluid and captures the original nuance perfectly. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.