Letters of Marcus Tullius Cicero

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Cicero, Marcus Tullius, 107 BCE-44 BCE

Contributor:

Shuckburgh, Evelyn S. (Evelyn Shirley), 1843-1906.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

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.)

Credits:

Prepared by David Reed

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epistulae_ad_Familiares

Reading ease score: 61.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2001-09-01