2010-09-15

Cicero

A most complex individual, Cicero is one of the most pivotal figures in the development of Western culture and politics.

Everyone of note, from the Founding Fathers, Renaissance Humanists, French Revolutionaries etc., were nourished with his writings.

I read the book by Anthony Everitt. Superbly fascinating. Perfect for beginners, it's a lucid, enlightening narrative into the world the Roman Republic and Empire and how Cicero fit into it. He are some reviews.
Posted by T.C.

1 comment:

  1. Zeusiswatching9/17/2010

    I love Cicero. I read translations of his works often. "On the Nature of the Gods" is one of my all time favorite works.

    Most of his works can be found in translation online, or in a variety of great translations in printed form.

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