Discover Cicero’s enduring eloquence with expert notes and accessible guidance.
This new edition presents the complete set of orations against Catiline, along with the Manilian Law and the Murena, paired with English notes, critical commentary, and historical, geographical, and legal indexes. Carefully selected and arranged to aid study, it helps readers see the orator’s thought, style, and public voice across landmark speeches.
Designed for students and general readers alike, the volume offers extensive commentary that illuminates both the text and its historical context. The editor’s approach aims to clarify points of law, rhetoric, and reference, making Cicero’s arguments easier to follow without sacrificing depth or nuance.
- Full text of key orations with thorough, graduate-level notes
- Critical and explanatory commentary to aid comprehension
- Historical, geographical, and legal indexes for quick reference
- Editorial guidance designed for undergraduates and serious readers
Ideal for readers of classical rhetoric, students preparing for examinations, and anyone seeking a clearer window into ancient Roman law and politics.