Marcus Tullius Cicero

Cicero: Select Letters

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ISBN 13:
9780521295246
author:
Marcus Tullius Cicero
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Cambridge University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
1980
Pages:
248
Genre:
Literary Theory
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£35.03

Description

Cicero: Select Letters by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a collection of letters that offers a representative introduction to one of the most varied and important literary correspondences in any language. This selection, designed for students at universities and upper forms at schools, provides a unique insight into the life and writing of Cicero as a man and writer. The editor has carefully chosen letters that showcase Cicero's relationships with his contemporaries, as well as those that deal with significant people and events during a tumultuous period in history. The edition includes an introduction, critical notes, and commentary to help readers understand linguistic and historical contexts. This selection of Cicero's letters is accompanied by expert analysis and support, making it an ideal resource for anyone looking to explore the works of this influential Roman writer.

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