Vercingétorix by Camille Jullian
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About this eBook
| Author | Jullian, Camille, 1859-1933 |
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| LoC No. | 02014332 |
| Title | Vercingétorix |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Vercingétorix" by Camille Jullian is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on the figure of Vercingétorix, a key leader in the resistance against Roman conquest in Gaul, emphasizing his role as a unifying force for the Gallic tribes during the tumultuous period of the Roman invasion. Jullian explores the geographical, cultural, and divine aspects of the Arvernes, Vercingétorix's tribe, shedding light on their significance in Gaulish history. The opening of the text establishes the rich historical and geographical context of Auvergne, the heartland of the Arvernes. It describes how Vercingétorix, the king of the Arvernes, led the Gallic resistance against Rome around 52 B.C., painting a vivid picture of the Auvergne region as a crucial center for the Celtic people. Jullian meticulously details the rugged yet fertile landscapes of the area and discusses the divine connections that the inhabitants held with their land, setting the stage for understanding the fierce patriotism and resilience of the Arvernes as they engaged in warfare against foreign invaders. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | Vercingetorix, Chief of the Arverni, -46 B.C. |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43871 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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