Marcus Tullius Cicero was one of the greatest thinkers of the ancient world, and his works continue to influence philosophy, politics, and literature to this day. In this volume, editor William Guthrie brings together Cicero's most important ethical and political treatises, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of his thought and a window into the intellectual life of ancient Rome.

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