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100 1 _aTrollope, Anthony,
_d1815-1882
245 1 4 _aThe Life of Cicero, Volume One
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2005-09-01
508 _aProduced by Ted Garvin, Marc D'Hooghe, Steve Whitaker, and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Life of Cicero, Volume One" by Anthony Trollope is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This biography explores the life and contributions of Marcus Tullius Cicero, the renowned Roman orator, philosopher, and statesman, seeking to articulate the complexities of his character and the tumultuous era in which he lived. Trollope aims to present Cicero not just as a prominent literary figure but also as a man of significant moral and political stature. The opening of this biography begins with Trollope reflecting on his motivation for undertaking the project, demonstrating a profound admiration for Cicero's character, virtues, and intellect. He acknowledges the skepticism surrounding Cicero's patriotism and strength of character, and he takes it upon himself to champion Cicero's legacy against criticisms from contemporary and historical figures. Trollope emphasizes the crucial role Cicero played during a transformative period in Rome's history, filled with conflict and political intrigue. He introduces Cicero's early education and the foundational influences that shaped him, hinting at the intricate interplay between his personal aspirations and the broader socio-political landscape of ancient Rome that defines his life story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aCicero, Marcus Tullius
653 _aStatesmen -- Rome -- Biography
653 _aAuthors, Latin -- Biography
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/8945
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