“There is a certain virtue in every good man, which night and day stirs up the mind with the stimulus of glory, and reminds it that all mention of our name will not cease at the same time with our lives, but that our fame will endure to all posterity.”
Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
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Select Orations of Marcus Tullius Cicero
This book features a selection of speeches delivered by Marcus Tullius Cicero, a prominent figure in Roman politics and literature. The speeches encompass a variety of subjects, including law, ethics, and political philosophy, offering insights into the historical and cultural context of ancient Rome. more
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Marcus Tullius Cicero
Marcus Tullius Cicero was a prominent philosopher, politician, lawyer, orator, and writer during the late Roman Republic. The exact dates of his birth and death are unknown, but he was active in the 1st century BC. Known for his profound thoughts and exceptional literary style, Cicero has had a lasting impact on Western culture. more
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Source: The Academic Questions: Treatise De Finibus and Tusculan Disputations of M. R. Cicero, with a Sketch of the Greek Philosophers Mentioned by Cicero