Publisher's Synopsis
The Tusculan Disputations is a philosophical work by the renowned Roman statesman and orator, Marcus Tullius Cicero. Originally written in the first century BC, this book is a collection of five dialogues that explore various topics related to Stoic philosophy, including the nature of death, the pursuit of happiness, and the role of virtue in human life. In each dialogue, Cicero engages in a discussion with a different interlocutor, drawing on the insights of ancient philosophers such as Epicurus and Zeno to explore the nature of the human condition and the meaning of life. With its elegant prose and profound insights, The Tusculan Disputations remains a classic of Western philosophy and a testament to Cicero's enduring influence on intellectual thought. This particular edition of the book was published in 1758 and features an English translation of Cicero's original Latin text.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.
