Germania (by Tacitus)

"Germania" is a work by the Roman historian Tacitus, written around 98 AD. It provides an ethnographic account of the various tribes living beyond the Roman Empire in what is now Germany and parts of Scandinavia. Tacitus describes their customs, social structures, and lifestyles, contrasting them with Roman society. Through his observations, he highlights themes of bravery, loyalty, and simplicity among these tribes, often idealizing their nobility compared to the decadence he perceived in Rome. "Germania" serves as a valuable historical source for understanding early Germanic cultures and their interactions with Rome.