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Book, The Works of Tacitus; Tacitus (ca. 56-120 CE); 1678; 214.13.12

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Name/TitleBook, The Works of Tacitus

About this object1678 publication of The Works of Tacitus translated by Nicolas Perrot, Ablancourt Esquire.

The full titile translates as 'The Works of Tacitus in the translation of Nicolas Perrot, Ablancourt Esquire. First part, containing the reign of Tiberius. Last edition… Paris, at the Palace, by the Society, 1678.'

Tacitus was a Roman orator and public official, considered one of the greatest historians and prose stylists to write in the Latin language. He is known for works such as the Germania, the Historiae (Histories), and the Annals.

MakerTacitus (ca. 56-120 CE)

Maker RoleAuthor

MakerNicolas Perrot d'Ablancourt (1606-1664)

Maker RoleTranslator

Date Made1678

Place MadeFrance, Paris

Medium and MaterialsPaper/card, leather

Subject and Association KeywordsWriting, history

Named CollectionThe James Logie Memorial Collection, University of Canterbury, New Zealand

Credit LineFrom the Collection of Professor D.A.Kidd

Object TypeBook

Object number214.13.12