| Author |
Cicero, Marcus Tullius, 107 BCE-44 BCE |
| Translator |
Shuckburgh, Evelyn S. (Evelyn Shirley), 1843-1906 |
| Title |
Letters of Marcus Tullius Cicero
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epistulae_ad_Familiares
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Prepared by David Reed
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| Summary |
"Letters of Marcus Tullius Cicero" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a collection of epistolary writings crafted during the late Roman Republic period. The letters encompass various aspects of Cicero's life, from personal communications with family and friends to significant political discussions with contemporary figures. The collection provides insight into Cicero's character and the tumultuous times he navigated, revealing personal dilemmas amidst the political machinations of the era. At the start of this collection, the opening portion introduces Cicero's letters, highlighting their diverse nature, ranging from informal family notes to serious political messages. In a letter to his close friend Atticus, Cicero discusses his political candidacy, laying out the dynamics of the electoral landscape, his competitors, and the expectations surrounding his campaign. He also reflects on personal matters involving family and friendships, demonstrating a blend of personal affection and political ambition. Cicero's correspondence serves as a lens into the social and political intricacies of Roman life, weaving his aspirations, relationships, and reflections on loss throughout this formative period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets
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| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Cicero, Marcus Tullius -- Correspondence
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| Subject |
Statesmen -- Rome -- Correspondence
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| Subject |
Authors, Latin -- Correspondence
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2812 |
| Release Date |
Sep 1, 2001 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Apr 4, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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