This reference work contains Julius Caesar’s third and final book on the Civil War, in which he describes his campaign against Pompey in 48 BC. The book ends after Caesar’s famous victory at Pharsalus and his pursuit of Pompey to Egypt, where his relationship with Cleopatra begins. This edition by J. M. Carter offers a complete English commentary, unique in its level of detail compared with other translations. In addition to historical analysis, Caesar’s literary style is also examined. The edition includes a newly compiled Latin text with a concise apparatus criticus, an English translation on the facing pages, an introduction, and extensive commentary.

