The Life of Cicero, Volume II. by Anthony Trollope

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Author Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882
Title The Life of Cicero, Volume II.
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Summary "The Life of Cicero, Volume II" by Anthony Trollope is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the life and political career of the Roman orator and statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero, detailing pivotal moments from his return from exile to various political conflicts, showing his evolving relationship with contemporaries like Pompey and Caesar. The opening of the book discusses the period following Cicero's return from exile and his subsequent dealings in Roman politics. It highlights the plethora of speeches he made that demonstrated both his oratorical prowess and his personal grievances, particularly against adversaries like Piso and Gabinius. The text vividly illustrates Cicero's complex character, revealing his pride, deep love for his daughter Tullia, and ambitions within the tumultuous political landscape of Rome, setting the stage for the intrigues and challenges he faced in the years that followed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta
Subject Cicero, Marcus Tullius
Subject Statesmen -- Rome -- Biography
Subject Authors, Latin -- Biography
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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