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“The ancient historian Appian picks up the narrative from here, discussing the political chaos following Crassus's death.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Caesar's financial struggles
For: Historians and students of Roman history
Key quote: “The ancient historian Appian says, quote, the debts he had incurred by his ambition far exceeded his assets.”
The host mentions Appian to highlight the extent of Caesar's debts and ambitions. This reference serves to illustrate the financial pressures Caesar faced as he sought to maintain his political career.