JOURNAL ARTICLE

T. Pomponius Atticus, M. Vipsanius Agrippa, and the Marriage Between Caecilia Attica And Agrippa.

  • Published In: American Journal of Philology, 2024, v. 145, n. 3. P. 375 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Zhang, Xiaoxi 3 of 3

Abstract

This article examines the marriage between Atticus' daughter Caecilia Attica and Agrippa with a focus on why Atticus and Agrippa agreed upon it. I argue that political considerations were the major driving force for both men. More specifically Atticus accepted this match in order to establish/deepen ties with powerful figures without abandoning his neutral policy and Agrippa accepted it so as to advance his own career while minimizing the risks that might arise from his ambition. Meanwhile I contend that intellectual considerations also played a role since Atticus Attica and Agrippa shared scholarly interests. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:American Journal of Philology. 2024/09, Vol. 145, Issue 3, p375
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0002-9475
  • DOI:10.1353/ajp.2024.a940581
  • Accession Number:180675158
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