In Our Time Pliny the Younger
Dec 12, 2013
Pliny the Younger, a prominent lawyer and governor in Rome, shares insights into ancient society through his prolific letters. Topics include his rise to success, governance challenges in wealthy provinces, political maneuvers, bravery during Vesuvius eruption, and correspondence on Christianity and literary style.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
The Extent and Wealth of the Roman Empire and Pliny's Background
02:47 • 2min
The Rise of a Roman Aristocrat
04:53 • 4min
Governance Challenges and Financial Management in Wealthy Provinces
09:09 • 2min
Pliny the Younger's Letters: Insights into Relationships and Political Maneuvers
11:02 • 16min
Uncle Pliny's Bravery and Tragic End
26:53 • 5min
Pliny the Younger's Correspondence and Governance in Bithynia
31:54 • 8min
Exploring Pliny the Younger's Correspondence on Christianity and Literary Style
40:15 • 3min