Publisher's Synopsis
On Old Age is a philosophical treatise written by the Roman statesman and philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero. The book is a dialogue between Cicero and his friend Atticus, in which they discuss the topic of aging and how to approach it with wisdom and grace. Cicero draws upon his own experiences and observations of aging, as well as the teachings of Greek philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle, to provide insights on how to live a fulfilling life in old age. He argues that while physical decline is inevitable, the mind can continue to grow and develop, and that old age can be a time of great wisdom and contentment. Cicero also explores the role of family, friends, and community in providing support and companionship during the aging process. Throughout the book, Cicero emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive outlook and a sense of humor, and encourages readers to embrace the opportunities and challenges that come with aging. On Old Age is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers today, offering practical and philosophical advice on how to live a fulfilling life at any age.What then is the purpose of such a long disquisition on Maximus? It is because you now see that an old age like his cannot conscientiously be called unhappy. Yet it is after all true that everybody cannot be a Scipio or a Maximus, with stormings of cities, with battles by land and sea, with wars in which they themselves commanded, and with triumphs to recall. Besides this there is a quiet, pure, and cultivated life which produces a calm and gentle old age.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.
