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Pliny the Younger

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Pliny the Younger, whose full name was Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus, was a Roman writer born in 61 AD in Como, Italy.

Biography

Pliny the Younger, whose full name was Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus, was a Roman writer born in 61 AD in Como, Italy.

He is known for his numerous letters, which provide a unique insight into life in ancient Rome.

Pliny was also a successful lawyer and politician, holding important positions in the Roman government.

His most famous work is the series of letters known as 'Epistles', which cover a wide range of topics, from legal matters to descriptions of natural disasters.

Pliny the Younger passed away around 113 AD, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the most prominent writers of ancient Rome..