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1. Why does Libanius seek to publish a manuscript about Julian 20 years after his death?

Libanius seeks to publish a manuscript about Julian 20 years after his death because Libanius feels that Julian's memory is misunderstood and perhaps wrongly maligned, and he wants to set the record straight before he dies.

2. Why is Priscus reluctant to be involved with the writing/publishing of the Julian manuscript?

Priscus makes a point of saying that he is still healthy and enjoying life. Thus, he does not want to endanger himself, draw attention to himself or run the risk of being punished by the powers that be if he is involved with writing/publishing the manuscript.

3. Why is it appropriate that Libanius and Priscus discuss things like their health and families as well as their memories of Julian and opinions about the current rulers of the land in the first chapter of this book?

It is appropriate that Libanius and Priscus discuss things because they are old friends, former military buddies who go through a war together. They are close personal friends and they are writing what they think are private letters to each other.

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