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"On the Commonwealth" is one of the most significant works of political philosophy from the ancient world. Written by the renowned Roman statesman and orator Marcus Tullius Cicero, this treatise explores the fundamental principles of a just and stable state. Structured as a Socratic dialogue, the work examines the various forms of government-monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy-and argues for the superiority of a mixed constitution that balances these elements.
Cicero draws deeply from Greek philosophical traditions, particularly those of Plato and the Stoics, while grounding his arguments in the historical experiences of the Roman Republic. The text delves into the nature of justice, the duties of the citizen, and the ideal qualities of a statesman. It also contains the famous "Dream of Scipio," a profound reflection on the immortality of the soul and the cosmic order.
This work remains a cornerstone of Western political thought, influencing centuries of legal and constitutional development. It offers timeless insights into the relationship between law, virtue, and the common good, making it essential reading for students of history, law, and political science.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "On the Commonwealth" is one of the most significant works of political philosophy from the ancient world. Written by the renowned Roman statesman and orator Marcus Tullius Cicero, this treatise explores the fundamental principles of a just and stable state. Structured as a Socratic dialogue, the work examines the various forms of government-monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy-and argues for the superiority of a mixed constitution that balances these elements.Cicero draws deeply from Greek philosophical traditions, particularly those of Plato and the Stoics, while grounding his arguments in the historical experiences of the Roman Republic. The text delves into the nature of justice, the duties of the citizen, and the ideal qualities of a statesman. It also contains the famous "Dream of Scipio," a profound reflection on the immortality of the soul and the cosmic order.This work remains a cornerstone of Western political thought, influencing centuries of legal and constitutional development. It offers timeless insights into the relationship between law, virtue, and the common good, making it essential reading for students of history, law, and political science.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781025878638
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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'On the Commonwealth' is one of the most significant works of political philosophy from the ancient world. Written by the renowned Roman statesman and orator Marcus Tullius Cicero, this treatise explores the fundamental principles of a just and stable state. Structured as a Socratic dialogue, the work examines the various forms of government-monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy-and argues for the superiority of a mixed constitution that balances these elements.Cicero draws deeply from Greek philosophical traditions, particularly those of Plato and the Stoics, while grounding his arguments in the historical experiences of the Roman Republic. The text delves into the nature of justice, the duties of the citizen, and the ideal qualities of a statesman. It also contains the famous 'Dream of Scipio,' a profound reflection on the immortality of the soul and the cosmic order.This work remains a cornerstone of Western political thought, influencing centuries of legal and constitutional development. It offers timeless insights into the relationship between law, virtue, and the common good, making it essential reading for students of history, law, and political science.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Seller Inventory # 9781025878638
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "On the Commonwealth" is one of the most significant works of political philosophy from the ancient world. Written by the renowned Roman statesman and orator Marcus Tullius Cicero, this treatise explores the fundamental principles of a just and stable state. Structured as a Socratic dialogue, the work examines the various forms of government-monarchy, aristocracy, and democracy-and argues for the superiority of a mixed constitution that balances these elements.Cicero draws deeply from Greek philosophical traditions, particularly those of Plato and the Stoics, while grounding his arguments in the historical experiences of the Roman Republic. The text delves into the nature of justice, the duties of the citizen, and the ideal qualities of a statesman. It also contains the famous "Dream of Scipio," a profound reflection on the immortality of the soul and the cosmic order.This work remains a cornerstone of Western political thought, influencing centuries of legal and constitutional development. It offers timeless insights into the relationship between law, virtue, and the common good, making it essential reading for students of history, law, and political science.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781025878638
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