Books by Quintus Curtius

Quintus Curtius wrote a history of Alexander the Great in the first or second century CE. The first two of ten books have not survived and material is missing from books 5, 6, and 10. Curtius narrates exciting experiences, develops his hero's character, moralizes, and provides one of the five extant works that are evidence for Alexander's career.

This new, original translation of Cornelius Nepos's "Lives of the Great Commanders" is the first to appear in many generations. It is also the first completely illustrated and annotated translation of this ageless classic. It contains the following special features that are specifically designed for the general reader or student:1. Over forty illustrations, including original portrait art and historical illustrations.2. Over four hundred and forty descriptive footnotes that explain every name, location, and literary point of interest in the text.3. A fresh, modern English translation that is faithful to the original Latin text.4. A detailed foreword, descriptive introduction, map, and index for ease of reference.The Roman writer Cornelius Nepos (c. 110 B.C.--c. 25 B.C.) was one of the first biographers in the Western tradition. His "Lives of the Great Commanders" presents memorable and entertaining sketches of some of the most famous military and political leaders of antiquity. Written with a strong moral purpose, his book was taught and studied in schools for many centuries. Through him we learn what character traits made his subjects great, and what shortcomings produced their downfalls.Nepos's instructional biographies have never been more needed or relevant today. His themes--character, moral development, political freedom, and the consequences of corruption--are timeless and universal in their interest. A self-contained unit, this new translation is ideal both for those with no prior background in the subject matter, and also for the serious student.

This new and original translation of Sallust's "Conspiracy of Catiline" and "War of Jugurtha" uses a fresh, modern English idiom that preserves the flavor of the historian's famous epigrammatic style. Fully outfitted for comprehension and efficient referencing, this special edition contains the following features:1. Almost 300 detailed, scholarly footnotes2. Extended introduction describing the political and military systems of the Roman republic3. Maps, diagrams, and photographs4. Topical organization charts5. Chronological tables6. Textual commentary7. Detailed indexConsidered the first of the great Roman historians, Sallust has been read for centuries for his penetrating character studies, timeless moral insights, and matchless rhetoric. His profiles of flawed men led inexorably to ruin by excessive ambition or character defects resonate with us today more powerfully than ever.Intrigue…murder…the lust for power…and the fatal hubris that leads men to their dooms. These are some of the historian's gripping themes.Deeply concerned with the moral decay and corruption he saw around him, Sallust's pragmatic views of historical forces, personalities, and the psychology of power were aided by his own direct participation in the highest levels of Roman politics. "The Conspiracy of Catiline" tells the dramatic story of renegade senator Lucius Catiline's attempt to seize power in Rome during the waning days of the republic. "The War of Jugurtha" recounts the rise and ultimate destruction of the headstrong Numidian king Jugurtha, who waged an insurgent war against Rome from 112 to 106 B.C.And as the fates of men play themselves out on the stage of history, strength of character and the will of Fortune will be the ultimate arbiters of human destiny.Quintus Curtius can be found at qcurtius.com

This is the most complete, readable, and explanatory edition of Cicero's "On Duties" available in English."On Duties" represents the pinnacle of Western moral philosophy. Not only is it an unmatched practical guide to conduct, but it also serves as a profoundly ennobling vision of man.Acknowledged as a supreme moral authority for many centuries, it was the second book (after the Gutenberg Bible) to be printed following the invention of the printing press.This new English translation by Quintus Curtius was specifically designed with the needs of the modern reader in mind. It reproduces the majesty and elegance of the original, while at the same time containing features found in no other edition.Lucid, precise, and accessible, this complete and unabridged edition contains the following special features:1. An innovative topical organizational scheme that permits easy location of subjects and terms2. Detailed textual notes for unfamiliar terms and historical references3. Detailed commentaries and synopses on the text4. Complete subject and name index5. Additional explanatory essaysQuintus Curtius is an attorney, writer, and former Marine officer. He can be found at www.qcurtius.com.