Cicero The Patriot - Softcover

Williams, Rose

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0865165874 ISBN 13: 9780865165878

Publisher: Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers,U.S., 2005

Synopsis

Light-hearted in tone but faithful to the facts, this readable volume interweaves the story of Cicero's private life and feelings with the development of his public life and his literary output. Details and commentary on Cicero's speeches, letters, and philosophical writings highlight the events in his world which served as background for some of the most poignant, as well as the most dramatic, writing ever done in Latin. Williams shows the human side of the renowned orator and thereby allows the reader to savor Cicero's dreams, disappointments, and pursuits.

Students will enjoy this volume that completes the gaps in a student's knowledge of Cicero. The ethical principles that propelled the orator to courageous and ultimately fatal undertakings are told with memorable twists of language that offer comic relief and enhance the appreciation for Cicero as a total person.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bolchazy-Carducci Publishers,U.S.
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0865165874
• ISBN 13: 9780865165878
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 90