Defence Speeches

by Marcus Tullius Cicero

Book Overview

Cicero (106-43 BC) was the greatest orator of the ancient world. He dominated the Roman courts, usually appearing for the defense. His speeches are masterpieces of persuasion. They are compellingly written, emotionally powerful, and sometimes hilariously funny. This book presents five of his most famous defenses: of Roscius, falsely accused of murdering his father; of the consul-elect Murena, accused of electoral bribery; of the poet Archias, on a...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0199537909
• ISBN13: 9780199537907
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 7.6"