Select Orations and Letters of Cicero

This book presents the renowned Roman orator Cicero's prosecution of the corrupt statesman Gaius Verres. Verres had ruthlessly plundered the Sicilian province as its governor, leading to his prosecution in 70 BC. The author analyzes Cicero's speeches against Verres, highlighting his eloquence, legal strategy, and persuasive tactics. The book explores the trial's political and historical context, examining the corruption and abuse of power rampant in the late Roman Republic. It sheds light on the significance of the trial in shaping Roman law and jurisprudence. The author analyzes the themes of justice, corruption, and the role of the citizen in upholding the law. The book positions Cicero's prosecution of Verres as a seminal moment in Roman history, demonstrating the power of rhetoric in exposing wrongdoing and demanding accountability. Read more