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Laelius De Amicitia (Classic Reprint): Edited With Introduction and Notes - Softcover

Lord, John K.

 
9781332019748: Laelius De Amicitia (Classic Reprint): Edited With Introduction and Notes

Synopsis

Laelius: On Friendship is a clear, edition of Cicero’s dialogue about friendship, featuring an accessible introduction, notes, and pronunciation guidance by John K.

Lord. This edition helps readers understand the historical context and the ideas at the heart of the text. The volume presents the dialogue in a straightforward arrangement, with scholarly notes that illuminate grammar, history, and cultural background. A careful introduction primes readers to the life of Cicero and the themes of friendship that shape the dialogue. Pronunciation guidance makes the Latin text approachable for students and general readers alike.

  • Accessible introduction that frames the work and its author
  • In-depth notes on grammar, history, and customs
  • Pronunciation guidance to support reading aloud and study
  • Clear, student-friendly presentation of Cicero’s dialogue
Ideal for readers of classical philosophy and Latin literature, students, and curious general readers seeking a thoughtful, readable edition of a timeless classic.

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About the Author

Marcus Tullis Cicero (106-43 BC) was a Roman statesman and philosopher whose lifetime coincided with the decline and fall of the Roman republic. His best-known works include On the Republic, On Duties, and Treatises on Friendship and Old Age.

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