You already know what the right thing to do is. The hard part is doing it when it costs something.
Cicero spent his final years in forced retirement, grieving his daughter, watching the Republic he had served collapse around him. What he wrote during that time — on duty, friendship, integrity, and how to face the end of things — remains among the most direct and useful philosophy ever produced.
The Ancient Wisdom of Cicero brings that thought within reach.
What you'll find inside:
✔ Carefully selected passages from De Officiis, De Amicitia, De Senectute, and the Tusculanae Disputationes — where Cicero was at his most direct and most useful
✔ Each passage in three parts: what Cicero said, what he actually meant, and how it applies to the decisions you face today
✔ The original Latin alongside a clear, interpretive English rendering — precise and free of archaic language
✔ 11 chapters on the questions that matter: duty, integrity, friendship, courage, reputation, uncertainty, and how to age without losing what counts
Cicero was a complicated man — vain, politically ambitious, often inconsistent. What he left behind is the record of someone genuinely trying to work out how to act well in difficult circumstances. That turns out to be more useful than the record of a saint.
For anyone who wants clarity over comfort — and wisdom they can actually use.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. You already know what the right thing to do is. The hard part is doing it when it costs something.Cicero spent his final years in forced retirement, grieving his daughter, watching the Republic he had served collapse around him. What he wrote during that time - on duty, friendship, integrity, and how to face the end of things - remains among the most direct and useful philosophy ever produced.The Ancient Wisdom of Cicero brings that thought within reach.What you'll find inside: Carefully selected passages from De Officiis, De Amicitia, De Senectute, and the Tusculanae Disputationes - where Cicero was at his most direct and most useful Each passage in three parts: what Cicero said, what he actually meant, and how it applies to the decisions you face today The original Latin alongside a clear, interpretive English rendering - precise and free of archaic language 11 chapters on the questions that matter: duty, integrity, friendship, courage, reputation, uncertainty, and how to age without losing what countsCicero was a complicated man - vain, politically ambitious, often inconsistent. What he left behind is the record of someone genuinely trying to work out how to act well in difficult circumstances. That turns out to be more useful than the record of a saint.For anyone who wants clarity over comfort - and wisdom they can actually use. Transform timeless reflections on duty and integrity into a practical guide for modern life. This collection bridges the gap between ancient philosophy and the difficult choices you face today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781971761930
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - You already know what the right thing to do is. The hard part is doing it when it costs something.Cicero spent his final years in forced retirement, grieving his daughter, watching the Republic he had served collapse around him. What he wrote during that time - on duty, friendship, integrity, and how to face the end of things - remains among the most direct and useful philosophy ever produced.The Ancient Wisdom of Cicero brings that thought within reach.What you'll find inside: Carefully selected passages from De Officiis, De Amicitia, De Senectute, and the Tusculanae Disputationes - where Cicero was at his most direct and most useful Each passage in three parts: what Cicero said, what he actually meant, and how it applies to the decisions you face today The original Latin alongside a clear, interpretive English rendering - precise and free of archaic language 11 chapters on the questions that matter: duty, integrity, friendship, courage, reputation, uncertainty, and how to age without losing what countsCicero was a complicated man - vain, politically ambitious, often inconsistent. What he left behind is the record of someone genuinely trying to work out how to act well in difficult circumstances. That turns out to be more useful than the record of a saint.For anyone who wants clarity over comfort - and wisdom they can actually use. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781971761930
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. You already know what the right thing to do is. The hard part is doing it when it costs something.Cicero spent his final years in forced retirement, grieving his daughter, watching the Republic he had served collapse around him. What he wrote during that time - on duty, friendship, integrity, and how to face the end of things - remains among the most direct and useful philosophy ever produced.The Ancient Wisdom of Cicero brings that thought within reach.What you'll find inside: Carefully selected passages from De Officiis, De Amicitia, De Senectute, and the Tusculanae Disputationes - where Cicero was at his most direct and most useful Each passage in three parts: what Cicero said, what he actually meant, and how it applies to the decisions you face today The original Latin alongside a clear, interpretive English rendering - precise and free of archaic language 11 chapters on the questions that matter: duty, integrity, friendship, courage, reputation, uncertainty, and how to age without losing what countsCicero was a complicated man - vain, politically ambitious, often inconsistent. What he left behind is the record of someone genuinely trying to work out how to act well in difficult circumstances. That turns out to be more useful than the record of a saint.For anyone who wants clarity over comfort - and wisdom they can actually use. Transform timeless reflections on duty and integrity into a practical guide for modern life. This collection bridges the gap between ancient philosophy and the difficult choices you face today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781971761930
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. You already know what the right thing to do is. The hard part is doing it when it costs something.Cicero spent his final years in forced retirement, grieving his daughter, watching the Republic he had served collapse around him. What he wrote during that time - on duty, friendship, integrity, and how to face the end of things - remains among the most direct and useful philosophy ever produced.The Ancient Wisdom of Cicero brings that thought within reach.What you'll find inside: Carefully selected passages from De Officiis, De Amicitia, De Senectute, and the Tusculanae Disputationes - where Cicero was at his most direct and most useful Each passage in three parts: what Cicero said, what he actually meant, and how it applies to the decisions you face today The original Latin alongside a clear, interpretive English rendering - precise and free of archaic language 11 chapters on the questions that matter: duty, integrity, friendship, courage, reputation, uncertainty, and how to age without losing what countsCicero was a complicated man - vain, politically ambitious, often inconsistent. What he left behind is the record of someone genuinely trying to work out how to act well in difficult circumstances. That turns out to be more useful than the record of a saint.For anyone who wants clarity over comfort - and wisdom they can actually use. Transform timeless reflections on duty and integrity into a practical guide for modern life. This collection bridges the gap between ancient philosophy and the difficult choices you face today. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781971761930
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