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Cicero, Post Reditum Speeches: Introduction, Text, Translation, and Commentary

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Book Synopsis: The high point in Cicero's life (according to his own assessment), his reaching the consulship at the earliest opportunity in 63 BCE and his successful confrontation of the Catilinarian Conspiracy during that year, was soon followed by a backlash, which made Cicero withdraw from Rome in 58 to 57 BCE. Upon return to Rome from this absence (traditionally called 'exile' by a term Cicero himself never uses in this context), Cicero delivered two speeches, in the Senate and before the People respectively, to express his gratitude for his recall and to establish himself again as a respected senior statesmen. This volume offers the first-full scale commentary in English, including a revised Latin text and a fresh English translation, on these speeches, which have suffered from neglect in scholarship and doubts about their authenticity. This book outlines their particular nature, the characteristics of their specific oratorical genre and their importance as documents of Cicero's techniques as an orator and of the strategies of presenting himself. In addition, the book includes the spurious speech, Pridie quam in exilium iret, that Cicero supposedly gave on the eve of his departure. Thus, offering the first proper study of this speech, this volume presents all oratorical material related to Cicero's departure from and return to Rome in a single volume and enables direct comparison between speeches now confirmed to be genuine and a later spurious speech, which also gives insights into the reception history of Cicero's works. This book will therefore be an essential tool especially for Classicists and Ancient Historians interested in Cicero, in exile literature and in the history of the Roman Republic and Roman oratory.

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Discover the hidden treasures of ancient oratory with our latest release - Cicero, Post Reditum Speeches: Introduction, Text, Translation, and Commentary! Get ready to delve into the captivating world of one of the most influential figures in Roman history - Cicero himself. This comprehensive volume offers a fresh English translation and a revised Latin text, providing you with an authentic experience like never before.

Uncover the untold stories of Cicero's life as he reflects on his remarkable journey from the consulship to the turbulent Catilinarian Conspiracy that tested his mettle. Immerse yourself in the speeches that marked his triumphant return to Rome and reestablished him as a respected senior statesman. With the guidance of this first-full scale commentary in English, you will gain valuable insights into Cicero's oratorical techniques and the timeless strategies he employed to present himself eloquently.

As testament to our commitment to scholarly excellence, this volume also includes the spurious speech, Pridie quam in exilium iret, shedding light on the reception history of Cicero's works. This invaluable resource allows for a direct comparison between the genuine speeches and the later spurious speech, offering a deeper understanding of Cicero's departure from and return to Rome.

Whether you are a seasoned Classicist or an avid Ancient Historian, this book is an essential tool for your library. Rediscover the history of the Roman Republic and Roman oratory through Cicero's eyes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enrich your knowledge and immerse yourself in the eloquence of the past. Order your copy of Cicero, Post Reditum Speeches: Introduction, Text, Translation, and Commentary today!

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