On Obligations De Officiis (Oxford World's Classics)

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If you only ever read one book on political philosophy, choose this one! Cicero is regarded as the greatest orator of ancient Rome - as consul he rescued the Roman Republic from a coup being launched by a rival named Catiline. In this beautifully translated volume, Cicero records for posterity what he learnt from the political fray. He combines practical experience with political philosophy.A highly persuasive and, crucially, timeless discussion on politics.

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An excellent edition of one of Cicero's most important philosophical works, and, through its influence on the Christian humanists, one of the most influential works of practical moral philosophy ever composed. 'On Obligations' (De officiis) was written by Cicero in 44BC in the form of advice to his son, then studying at Athens, on the nature of honourable conduct.A fluent modern translation (2000) by P. G. Walsh, based on Winterbottom's edition (1996): substantial contextual introduction, discussing not just the composition of the book but its subsequent influence; chronology and select bibliography; extensive and genuinely useful notes; and index. Highly recommended.Introduction 37 pages; text 126 pages; notes 80 pages; plus index, bibliography etc.