“Whatever is graceful is virtuous, and whatever is virtuous is graceful.”
Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
Work
M.T. Cicero, His Offices: Or, His Treatise Concerning the Moral Duties of Mankind; His Cato Major, Concerning the Means of Making Old Age Happy; His Laelius, Concerning Friendship; His Moral Paradoxes; The Vision of Scipio, Concerning a Future State; His Letter Concerning the Duties of a Magistrate. With Notes Historical and Explanatory
The book is a compilation of several of Cicero's philosophical treatises and letters, offering insights into his views on ethics, governance, and the human condition. It includes his famous works on moral philosophy, such as 'His Offices' and 'His Laelius', as well as his reflections on the nature of friendship and the ideal life. The volume also features 'The Vision of Scipio', which explores the concept of a future state, and 'His Letter Concerning the Duties of a Magistrate', which discusses the responsibilities of political leaders. The works are accompanied by notes that provide historical context and explanations of the text. 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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