Lives Of Cornelius Nepos: With Notes, Exercises, And Vocabulary (1894)

The Lives of Cornelius Nepos, written by John C. Rolfe and published in 1894, is a comprehensive study of the life and times of the ancient Roman historian Cornelius Nepos. The book is intended for students of Latin and provides extensive notes, exercises, and vocabulary to aid in the study of Nepos' writings. The book begins with an introduction to Nepos himself, including his life, works, and influence on Roman literature. It then proceeds to present a series of biographical sketches of famous historical figures, including Themistocles, Alcibiades, and Hannibal. Each biography is accompanied by detailed notes on grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, as well as exercises designed to reinforce the student's understanding of the text.The Lives of Cornelius Nepos is a valuable resource for anyone studying Latin or interested in Roman history and literature. Its comprehensive approach to Nepos' writings and its focus on practical exercises make it an ideal textbook for students at all levels of proficiency.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.