About the book: 1991 / The book, using all existing ancient sources, explores the life of Gaius Julius Caesar (100-44 BC. ) in various aspects of his multifaceted activities, primary attention is paid to the human appearance of this outstanding Roman commander, politician and writer. The works of Caesar are analyzed against a broad historical background, and an attempt is made to expand the understanding of his lost works. The appendix provides translations of excerpts from Caesar's Notes. For a wide range of readers interested in the history, literature and culture of the Ancient World.