“It is of eloquence as of a flame; it requires matter to feed it, and motion to excite it; and it brightens as it burns.”
Quote by Tacitus
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Tacitus
Tacitus, born in 56 AD and died in 117 AD, was a renowned Roman historian of the ancient period. His works are known for their rigorous factual recording and profound critical analysis, with 'The Annals' and 'The Histories' being significant sources for the study of the early history of the Roman Empire. more
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