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Commentaries on the Gallic War · Question
How does Commentaries on the Gallic War develop the theme of Civilization vs. Barbarism?
Answer
Commentaries on the Gallic War by Julius Caesar develops Civilization vs. Barbarism across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.
Caesar contrasts Roman civilization—associated with law, discipline, and refinement—with the perceived barbarism of the Gauls and Germans, whose bravery is linked to their distance from Roman influence and their harsh, uncorrupted lifestyles.
Caesar contrasts Roman discipline and engineering with the 'savage and barbarous' nations of Germany and Britain.
Evidence in the book
- Book IV: The Rhine Crossing and First Invasion of Britain
Caesar contrasts Roman discipline and engineering with the 'savage and barbarous' nations of Germany and Britain.