Explore the profound wisdom of Marcus Tullius Cicero with this curated collection. Featuring selections from five seminal essays, four powerful speeches, and five insightful letters, this reader offers a comprehensive look into Roman philosophy, rhetoric, and daily life, essential for students of classical literature and history.
The letters of Cicero offer an unparalleled window into the political intrigue, social life, and personal thoughts of one of ancient Rome's most influential figures. Spanning a tumultuous period of the late Roman Republic, these epistles provide crucial historical insights, detailed accounts of daily events, and eloquent reflections on philosophy and public affairs, making them essential reading for understanding classical antiquity.
This collection features the insightful and often urgent correspondence of Marcus Tullius Cicero, spanning the critical months of January to April 43 BC. These letters offer a direct window into the volatile political landscape of the Late Roman Republic following Julius Caesar's assassination, revealing Cicero's personal reflections, strategic political maneuvering, and his engagement with key figures as events rapidly unfolded.