Caecilius Secundus Gaius PliniusGaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus, or Pliny the Younger, was a prominent lawyer, author, and magistrate of Ancient Rome. He is best known for his extensive collection of letters, which provide valuable historical insights into Roman society and governnce during the 1st century AD. Pliny's letters, of which 247 survive, cover a wide range of topics and are addressed to notable figures, including reigning emperors and the historian Tacitus. Serving as an imperial magistrate under Emperor Trajan, Pliny's letters to the emperor offer a unique record of the relationship between the imperial office and provincial governors. Pliny's rise through the ranks of civil and military offices, known as the cursus honorum, demonstrated his competence and success in various domains of Roman public life. His letters also reveal his close association with influential individuals of the time, such as the philosopher Artemidorus and the historian Suetonius. Pliny's career and letters provide valuable insights into the social, cultural, and political aspects of Ancient Rome. Read More Read Less