“The more virtuous any man is, the less easily does he suspect others to be vicious.”
Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
Work
Cicero's Three Books of Offices: Or Moral Duties; Also His Cato Major ... Laelius ... Paradoxes; Scipio's Dream; and Letter to Quintus on the Duties of a Magistrate. Literally Tr., with Notes ...
Cicero's 'Three Books of Offices' explores moral duties and governance. It includes 'Cato Major,' 'Laelius,' 'Paradoxes,' 'Scipio's Dream,' and a letter to Quintus on the duties of a magistrate. The book offers insights into Roman political thought and ethical philosophy. more
Author
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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