Selected Political Speeches
Selected Political Speeches
$25.32
- Paperback
336 pages
- Release Date
31 December 1977
Summary
A collection of political speeches from the greatest orator of Rome.
Amid the corruption and power struggles of the collapse of the Roman Republic, Cicero (106-43BC) produced some of the most stirring and eloquent speeches in history. A statesman and lawyer, he was one of the only outsiders to penetrate the aristocratic circles that controlled the Roman state, and became renowned for his speaking to the Assembly, Senate and courtrooms.
Whether fighting corruption, quashing the…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780140442144 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0140442146 |
| Author: | Cicero, Michael Grant |
| Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Penguin Classics |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 336 |
| Release Date: | 31 December 1977 |
| Weight: | 234g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 129mm x 15mm |
| Series: | Penguin Classics |
You Can Find This Book In
About The Author
Cicero
Marcus Tullius Cicero (106-43 BC) was born at Arpinium to a wealthy local family. By 70 BC he had established himself as the leading barrister in Rome, and begun his political career. His ambition was such that he was able to receive honours usually only given to members of the Roman aristocracy.
Michael Grant has successively been Chancellor’s Medallist and Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge, Professor of Humanity at Edinburgh University, first Vice-chancellor of Khartoum University, President and Vice-chancellor of the Queen’s University, Belfast and President of the Classical Association.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.