“It is like taking the sun out of the world, to bereave human life of friendship.”
Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
Work
Ethical Writings of Cicero: Cicero De Officiis, Cicero De Senectute, Cicero De Amicitia, Scipio's Dream
Ethical Writings of Cicero is a compilation of four significant works by the Roman statesman and philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero. De Officiis delves into the nature of duty and moral obligations, while De Senectute discusses the virtues of old age. De Amicitia examines the nature of friendship, and Scipio's Dream is a philosophical dialogue that reflects on the nature of the soul and the afterlife. 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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