The Character And Conduct Of Cicero Considered From The History Of His Life (1747)

The book ""The Character and Conduct of Cicero: Considered from the History of His Life"" was written by Colley Cibber in 1747. It is a biographical work that focuses on the life of the famous Roman statesman, orator, and philosopher, Marcus Tullius Cicero. The author examines Cicero's character and behavior throughout his life, drawing on historical accounts and primary sources to provide a comprehensive portrait of the man.Cibber explores Cicero's early life, education, and rise to prominence in Roman politics. He discusses Cicero's political and philosophical beliefs, including his support for the Roman Republic and his opposition to Julius Caesar. The author also examines Cicero's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues.Throughout the book, Cibber provides his own commentary on Cicero's character and conduct, offering his own opinions on the man and his legacy. He praises Cicero's eloquence, intelligence, and patriotism, but also criticizes his vanity, indecisiveness, and occasional lack of courage.Overall, ""The Character and Conduct of Cicero"" is a detailed and insightful biography of one of the most important figures in ancient Rome. It offers a unique perspective on Cicero's life and legacy, and provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history, philosophy, or politics.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.