De finibus, I; Volume 1 [Latin]

By Cicero Marcus Tullius and Marcus Tullius Cicero

De finibus bonorum et malorum (On the Ends of Good and Evil) is a philosophical dialogue by Marcus Tullius Cicero. In this work, Cicero discusses various ethical theories, exploring the ultimate goals of human life and the nature of good and evil. Book I introduces the setting and the participants, and presents Epicureanism, defended by L. Manlius Torquatus.

This edition, part of a series intended for students, provides the original Latin text, suitable for intermediate to advanced learners of Latin. Cicero's work remains a cornerstone of classical education, offering insights into Roman thought and the enduring questions of moral philosophy.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: Latin
• ISBN: 1247037975
• ISBN13: 9781247037974
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 142 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.1" x 9.2"