Pliny, The Elder (born 23 CE, Novum Comum, Transpadane Gaul [now in Italy]—died August 24, 79, Stabiae, near Mount Vesuvius)

  • 23

    Born at Como in Cisalpine Gaul, of an equestrian family.

  • 35

    In Rome, for his education.

  • 59

    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).
  • 77

    Published

    Publication of Natural History (dedicated to Titus) in 37 books.
  • 79

    Paasing

    Eruption of Vesuvius. Death of Pliny.
  • Pliny The Elder

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