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The Punica

Silius Italicus
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The Punica is the name of that poem. He wrote it almost 300 years after Hannibal's invasion of Italy, in the reign of the Emperor Domitian. It's the longest surviving Roman poem.

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Hannibal's military strategy
For: History enthusiasts and literature lovers
Key quote: The Punica is the name of that poem.
The host discusses the significance of Silius Italicus's poem 'The Punica' in relation to Hannibal's legendary crossing of the Alps during the Second Punic War. This literary work illustrates the Roman perspective on Hannibal, highlighting both admiration and fear towards his military genius.