The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus

'The Germany and the Agricola of Tacitus' by Cornelius Tacitus takes readers on a journey through the world of the Germanic tribes over 1,900 years ago, as viewed through the lens of a Roman historian. Tacitus provides a glimpse into the lives and customs of these wild and free people, who lived in a land protected by the mighty Rhine River and revered nature as their temple. From the people with reddish hair, blue eyes, and large strong bodies to the warriors who delighted in fighting, hunting, feasting, and drinking, Tacitus portrays a world of raucous violence and tribal warfare. Yet, amidst the chaos, the Fenni tribe stood out as an example of magnificent simplicity and balance, living in harmony with their environment.