Lucan
Marcus Annaeus Lucanus, known in English as Lucan, was a Roman poet best known for his epic poem 'Pharsalia' which details the civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great.
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1. Pharsalia
"Pharsalia," also known as "The Civil War," is an epic poem that delves into the intense and tumultuous period of the Roman Republic's downfall, focusing on the conflict between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great. The narrative, rich in rhetorical and dramatic elements, presents a grim and philosophical reflection on the nature of power, the moral decay of Rome, and the catastrophic consequences of civil strife. Through its vivid and often gruesome depictions of battles, political intrigue, and the personal ambitions that drive men to treachery and violence, the poem serves as a cautionary tale about the fragility of political systems and the human cost of war.
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