Sommario
Storia degli Italiani, vol.
03 by Cesare Cantù explores the golden age of Latin literature during Augustus’ reign, detailing the evolution of Roman drama, poetry, and historical writing.
It highlights the contributions of poets like Plautus, Terence, and Ennius, who adapted Greek models, and historians like Polybius and Livy, who shaped Roman historical narrative.
The text also examines the societal role of theater, the development of Roman architecture, and the practical philosophy of figures like Cicero.
Cantù emphasizes Rome’s cultural assimilation of Greek influences while noting its unique contributions to literature and civic life.