Publisher's Synopsis
Cicero's Tusculan Disputations, Book 1: The Dream Of Scipio And Extracts From The Dialogues On Old Age And Friendship is a classic book originally written by Marcus Tullius Cicero in the 1st century BC. This particular edition of the book was published in 1851 and includes an English translation of the original Latin text. The book is divided into three parts: The Dream of Scipio, On Old Age, and On Friendship. In The Dream of Scipio, Cicero discusses the nature of the afterlife and the role of philosophy in helping individuals prepare for death. On Old Age explores the challenges and benefits of growing old and how to live a fulfilling life in old age. On Friendship examines the nature of true friendship and how it can bring happiness and fulfillment to one's life. Cicero's writing is known for its clarity and eloquence, and this book is no exception. It presents timeless ideas about life, death, and human relationships that are still relevant today. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in philosophy, ethics, or classical literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
