Cicero: Philippics II by Cicero (English) Paperback Book

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Cicero: Philippics II by Cicero, W.K. Lacey Ciceros great polemic against Antony, a literary masterpiece, is here made available with full translation and notes. The introduction to this edition deals with the historical setting, Roman rhetoric and Ciceros style while the notes are mainly literary, not historical. Latin text with facing-page translation, introduction and commentary. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Ciceros great polemic against Antony, a literary masterpiece, is here made available to Latin students early in their reading programme and to students of classical civilisation. The introduction to this edition deals with the historical setting, Roman rhetoric and Ciceros style while the notes are mainly literary; not historical. Attention is paid to Ciceros use of the devices and techniques of rhetoric, and the variety of tones by which he sustains his attack on Antony without ever losing the interest of the reader. The notes also draw attention to the rhythms of the Latin and to the clausulae. Author Biography W. K. Lacey was formerly Professor of Classics and Ancient History, University of Auckland, New Zealand. His books include Res Publica: Roman Politics and Society According to Cicero (with B. W. J. G. Wilson: Oxford University Press, 1970) and Cicero and the End of the Roman Republic (Hodder Arnold H&S, 1978). Table of Contents PrefaceIntroduction: A. Historical Introduction B. Ciceros Speeches and the Rhetorical Tradition (by A. E. Douglas) C. Features of Ciceros Style in Philippics II D. Introduction to the Text and Brief BibliographyCicero: Second Philippic Oration Text and Translation Notes AppendixIndex Review His edition of the Second Philippic is accurate and the notes informative.JACT Long Description Ciceros great polemic against Antony, a literary masterpiece, is here made available to Latin students early in their reading programme and to students of classical civilisation. The introduction to this edition deals with the historical setting, Roman rhetoric and Ciceros style while the notes are mainly literary; not historical. Attention is paid to Ciceros use of the devices and techniques of rhetoric, and the variety of tones by which he sustains his attack on Antony without ever losing the interest of the reader. The notes also draw attention to the rhythms of the Latin and to the clausulae. Text with translation and commentary. (Aris and Phillips 1986) Review Quote His edition of the Second Philippic is accurate and the notes informative. JACT Description for Press or Other Media Edition of Ciceros Second Philippic Oration, his great polemic against Antony. Text, translation and commentary. Details ISBN0856682551 Short Title 2ND PHILIPPIC ORATION Language English ISBN-10 0856682551 ISBN-13 9780856682551 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 875.01 DOI 10.1604/9780856682551 Imprint Aris & Phillips Ltd Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 1986-12-01 NZ Release Date 1986-12-01 UK Release Date 1986-12-01 Author W.K. Lacey Pages 254 Publisher Liverpool University Press Series Aris & Phillips Classical Texts Year 1986 Publication Date 1986-12-01 Alternative 9780856682544 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161710932;

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