Pliny, The Elder (born 23 CE, Novum Comum, Transpadane Gaul [now in Italy]—died August 24, 79, Stabiae, near Mount Vesuvius)
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Born at Como in Cisalpine Gaul, of an equestrian family.
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In Rome, for his education.
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Natural History
During the next ten years, while continuing to research and write his Natural History, he publishes a collection of examples and precepts for orators in three books (two volumina each) and a treatise on grammar (eight books). -
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Published
Publication of Natural History (dedicated to Titus) in 37 books. -
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Paasing
Eruption of Vesuvius. Death of Pliny. -
Pliny The Elder
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