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Roman statesman and philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero wrote on a wide range of subjects, from Greek philosophy to moral duty to friendship. Though he considered philosophy secondary to politics and often used his writings for explicit political ends, his work has nevertheless been widely read for over two thousand years and has influenced everything from the culture of the Renaissance to the ideals of the founding fathers of the United States.

In a world where social media, online relationships, and relentless self-absorption threaten the very idea of deep and lasting friendships, the search for true friends is more important than ever. In this short book, famous Roman politician and philosopher Cicero offers a compelling guide to finding, keeping, and appreciating friends. With wit and wisdom, Cicero teaches not only how to build friendships but also why they must be a key part of our lives. For, as Cicero says, life without friends is not worth living.

All of us are faced countless times with the challenge of persuading others, whether we're trying to win a trivial argument with a friend or convince our coworkers about an important decision. Instead of relying on untrained instinct - and often failing as a result - we'd win more arguments if we learned the timeless art of verbal persuasion, or rhetoric.

One of the most influential Roman perspectives on religion came from a nonreligious belief system that is finding new adherents even today: Stoicism. How did the Stoics think about religion? In How to Think About God, Philip Freeman presents vivid new translations of Cicero's On the Nature of the Gods and The Dream of Scipio. In these brief works, Cicero offers a Stoic view of belief, divinity, and human immortality, giving eloquent expression to the religious ideas of one of the most popular schools of Roman and Greek philosophy.

This new, original translation of Cicero's On the Nature of the Gods is the first to appear in many years. Do the gods exist? Is there a divine order to the universe? And if there is, what is humanity’s role in this grand conception? Does a divine power care about human affairs? These are just a few of the profound questions discussed in Cicero’s philosophical masterpiece.

Worried that old age will inevitably mean losing your libido, your health, and possibly your marbles too? Well, Cicero has some good news for you. In How to Grow Old, the great Roman orator and statesman eloquently describes how you can make the second half of life the best part of all - and why you might discover that reading and gardening are actually far more pleasurable than sex ever was.

Discover the enduring themes of friendship and the profound wisdom that accompanies old age in this captivating work by Marcus Tullius Cicero (106 BC - 43 BC). Celebrated as one of Romes greatest orators and prose stylists, Ciceros insights have shaped European literature and philosophy for centuries. In this engaging exploration, we invite you to reflect on his timeless thoughts that continue to resonate today, beautifully narrated by David Wales. Join us on this journey through Ciceros reflections that celebrate the bonds of friendship and the richness of a life well-lived.

Marcus Cicero, Rome's greatest statesman and orator, was elected to the Roman Republic's highest office at a time when his beloved country was threatened by power-hungry politicians, dire economic troubles, foreign turmoil, and political parties that refused to work together. Sound familiar? Cicero's letters, speeches, and other writings are filled with timeless wisdom and practical insight about how to solve these and other problems of leadership and politics. How to Run a Country collects the best of these writings to provide an entertaining, common-sense guide for modern leaders and citizens

Can jokes win a hostile room, a hopeless argument, or even an election? You bet they can, according to Cicero, and he knew what he was talking about. One of Rome's greatest politicians, speakers, and lawyers, Cicero was also reputedly one of antiquity's funniest people. After he was elected commander-in-chief and head of state, his enemies even started calling him "the stand-up Consul". How to Tell a Joke provides a lively new translation of Cicero's essential writing on humor alongside that of the later Roman orator and educator Quintilian.

Does happiness come from the pursuit of pleasure or moral virtue? A vivid new translation of Cicero’s exploration of a timeless question.

The statesman, orator, and philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero remains a writer whose influence has been felt for many centuries. Tusculan Disputations is his most wide-ranging philosophical work, and was intended to introduce the Roman people to the pleasures and benefits of the study of philosophy. In a series of stimulating dialogues, Tusculan Disputations examines some of the most fundamental questions of human life: the fear of death, the endurance of pain, the alleviation of sorrow, the various disorders of the soul, and the necessity of virtue for a happy life.

The great Marcus Tillius Cicero was a well-known statesman during the time of Caesar and a revolutionary orator. In On Invention, Cicero offers his reflections on rhetoric at only 21 years of age. Given his youth at the time, he mainly discarded its value later in life, but the words do already announce a powerful orator in the making.

Towards the end of his life and his career as one of the leading politicians and orators in Rome, Marcus Tullius Cicero (106 BCE-43 BCE) was exiled to his country house. It was a time of political turmoil in the capital of the empire, caused by the power-grab of Julius Caesar. In the quiet of the countryside, Cicero began to write on philosophy. In On the Ends of Good and Evil, he set out to consider three major traditions of Greek philosophy - Epicureanism, Stoicism and a branch of Platonism.

A philippic is a powerful and scathing speech directed at denouncing a political figure. This term originates from Demosthenes fierce attacks on Philip II of Macedon in the 4th century BCE. Cicero, inspired by Demosthenes, delivered his own series of orations against Mark Antony in 44 and 43 BC, aptly named the Philippics—also referred to as the Antonian Orations by Aulus Gellius. Ironically, these speeches were named after a series of warnings that failed to alert the Greeks about Philip, whose son, Alexander the Great, became one of historys most formidable conquerors. After Julius Caesars...

Dive into De Natura Deorum (On the Nature of the Gods), where we unravel the intriguing viewpoints of Stoicism, Epicureanism, and Academic Skepticism on essential religious dilemmas. Join Geoffrey Edwards as he navigates thought-provoking discussions about the problem of evil, the universes origins, the mysteries of divination, and the attributes of God(s). This podcast promises to stimulate your mind and spark a deeper understanding of these philosophical inquiries.

Explore the depths of On Duties (Latin DE OFFICIIS), a captivating examination of virtue and expediency, revealing the intricate balance between the two. Celebrated figures such as St. Ambrose and St. Jerome recognized the enduring relevance of this text, underlining its importance through the centuries. As the second book ever printed on Gutenbergs press, it continues to be a cornerstone of education at Eton College. Authored by the renowned Marcus Tullius Cicero and thoughtfully translated by Walter Miller, this classic work is eloquently summarized by Geoffrey Edwards, inviting listeners to...

Immerse yourself in Ciceros On the Laws (Latin De Legibus), a profound exploration crafted during the waning days of the Roman Republic, shortly after his impactful On the Commonwealth. This remarkable work, consisting of three remaining books from the original six, presents Ciceros vision of Natural Law, revisits the ancient religious laws of Rome—evoking the era of King Numa Pompilius—and lays out his ambitious proposals for reforming the Roman Constitution. Join us as we unpack this timeless text that continues to resonate with modern discussions of law and governance.

Join us as we embark on a thought-provoking journey through On the Ends of Good and Evil (Latin DE FINIBUS BONORUM ET MALORUM), the seminal work by the renowned Marcus Tullius Cicero, beautifully translated by Harris Rackham. This podcast delves into the rich tapestry of philosophical perspectives surrounding the good life, exploring the insights of Skeptics, Epicureans, Stoics, Peripatetics, and Academics. Summarized by Geoffrey Edwards, each episode invites you to ponder the profound questions of morality and fulfillment. What does it truly mean to live well? Tune in and discover the ...

Dive into Tusculan Disputations, a profound work by the esteemed Marcus Tullius Cicero, translated with skill by Charles Duke Yonge. This exploration, divided into five compelling books, tackles essential themes such as death, pain, grief, emotional turmoil, and the essence of virtue. Cicero boldly questions whether true wisdom can sustain happiness in the face of lifes inevitable misfortunes. The text also invites intrigue with Andrew Peabodys speculation that the initials A. and M. may refer to figures like Auditor, Adolescens, Atticus, or Aulus and Marcus or Magister. Join us as we unravel ...

Marcus Tullius Cicero war Redner, Politiker und Philosoph. Im alten Rom nahm er eine Sonderstellung ein – er galt als „pater patriae" – Vater des Vaterlandes, nachdem er als oberster Magistrat der Republik die Verschwörung des Catilina niedergeschlagen hatte. Auch als Philosoph war Cicero bekannt: In seiner kleinen Schrift Paradoxa Stoicorum befasst er sich mit moralphilosophischen Lehrsätzen, die seiner Meinung nach „im Widerspruch zum herrschenden Bewusstsein des Durchschnittsmenschen" (paradoxos: wider die gewöhnliche Meinung) waren.