Martianus Capella was a Roman author and philosopher active around the 5th century AD, known primarily for his work "De nuptiis Philologiae et Mercurii" ("On the Marriage of Philology and Mercury"). This text is an allegorical work that blends philosophy, grammar, and rhetoric, presenting an elaborate dialogue that celebrates the union of the two figures, which symbolize the connection between language and knowledge.
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