{"title":"Justin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection dedicated to the works of Justin, a notable ancient historian whose writings offer a fascinating glimpse into the past. Justin is renowned for his \u003cem\u003eEpitome of Pompeius Trogus\u003c\/em\u003e, a comprehensive historical text that distils the lost works of Pompeius Trogus. This meticulous abridgment serves as a bridge to the ancient world's rich tapestry, capturing the essence of historical events with clarity and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Justin's \u003cem\u003eEpitome of Pompeius Trogus, Volume II\u003c\/em\u003e, readers can delve into events that shaped empires and influenced civilisations. His work is a cornerstone for enthusiasts of History and Military subjects, providing important perspectives on the political dynamics and military affairs of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're an academic, a history enthusiast, or simply someone with a curiosity for the ancient narratives that have influenced modern times, Justin's works offer an engaging and informative experience. Enjoy exploring the past through his expertly crafted narratives, proudly featured in our History \u0026amp; Military section.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"epitome-of-pompeius-trogus-volume-ii-by-justin-9780674997615","title":"Epitome of Pompeius Trogus, Volume II","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA condensed Roman history of non-Roman civilizations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo Justin (Marcus Junian(i)us Justinus), otherwise unknown, is attributed our abbreviated version of the lost \u003cem\u003ePhilippic History\u003c\/em\u003e by (Gnaeus?) Pompeius Trogus, a massive account, in forty-four books, of the non-Roman world and its civilizations, from mythic beginnings through Alexander the Great, the Hellenistic kingdoms, and Parthia. Trogus' work thus complemented the monumental history of Rome by his Augustan contemporary, Livy, and in high style traced similar moral themes: rulers and states that lack such virtues as moderation, justice, and piety bring harm or ruin on themselves, and often on their realms as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJustin, working at some time in the late second to the late fourth century AD, did not produce a strict epitome or summary but what he calls \"a brief anthology\": not unlike Florus, who used Livy's history as the primary source for a brief but original military history of Rome, Justin freely selected what suited his own purposes, favouring \"what makes pleasurable reading or serves to provide a moral,\" with an eye to the kind of emotive anecdotes that might be useful to orators. He also blends Trogus' language with borrowings from literature of subsequent generations. Justin's anthology became one of the most widely read and influential books in the Middle Ages and Renaissance, indeed the main authority on world history other than Roman, surviving in more than 200 manuscripts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso included in this edition are the \"Prologues,\" summaries of Trogus by some other compiler, which preserve many details that Justin omits or reports differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000606998764,"sku":"9780674997615","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8478033482428.jpg?v=1763288869"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/justin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}