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“Ambition drove many men to become false; to have one thought locked in the breast, another ready on the tongue.”

Quote by Sallust

Work

Sallust is renowned for his concise and dramatic narrative style, which has influenced historians and writers throughout history. The works in this collection provide insights into the political and military conflicts of the Roman Republic, particularly focusing on the Catilinarian conspiracy and the Jugurthine War. more

Author

Sallust, born in 86 BC and died in 35 BC, was a prominent Roman politician and historian. Known for his concise and forceful writing style, as well as his profound political insights, he was an important figure during the Roman Republic. more

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