The Getica

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The Getica is a historical work by Jordanes, written in the 6th century AD. It recounts the history of the Goths from their origins to the time of Jordanes.

The book is valuable for understanding the history and culture of the Goths, though its accuracy has been debated.

It relies on earlier, now lost, sources and presents a Gothic perspective on events.

The Getica also touches on the interactions between the Goths and the Roman Empire.

It remains an important text for scholars studying the Migration Period and the history of Europe.

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