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Cicero, the Verrine Orations, V2, Against Verres, Part 2, Books 3-5

Cicero, the Verrine Orations, V2, Against Verres, Part 2, Books 3-5

Cicero, Marcus Tullius
Greenwood, L. H. G.

Hardcover

PhilosophyLiterary CriticismAncient History General

ISBN10: 1258067285
ISBN13: 9781258067281
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Jul 16 2011
Pages: 708
Weight: 2.65
Height: 1.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
This book, titled Cicero, The Verrine Orations, V2, Against Verres, Part 2, Books 3-5 is a collection of speeches given by the Roman statesman and orator, Marcus Tullius Cicero, against the corrupt governor of Sicily, Gaius Verres. The speeches were delivered in 70 BC and are divided into two parts, with this volume containing Books 3-5 of the second part. In these speeches, Cicero accuses Verres of a multitude of crimes, including extortion, bribery, embezzlement, and even murder. He paints a vivid picture of Verres' tyranny and abuse of power, highlighting the suffering and injustice inflicted upon the people of Sicily. Cicero also presents evidence of Verres' crimes, including testimony from witnesses and documents. The Verrine Orations are considered some of Cicero's most famous and influential speeches, showcasing his eloquence, wit, and skill as an orator. They also provide valuable insights into the political and social climate of ancient Rome. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Roman history, politics, or rhetoric.Text Is In English And Latin.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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