An affordable edition of Philo! A contemporary of Jesus and Paul, Philo wrote extensively on the Hebrew Scriptures and other Jewish topics, but few have read his work because all available sets were pricey. This edition features modern type, passages keyed to the Loeb referencing system, and several newly translated sections not found in other editions.

In "Against Verres," Marcus Tullius Cicero delivers a masterful set of speeches that embody the principles of Roman rhetoric while deftly critiquing the corrupt provincial governor, Gaius Verres. Written in 70 BCE, this work is a pivotal example of Roman oratory, highlighting Cicero's skillful use of pathos, ethos, and logos to sway public opinion. Cicero meticulously chronicles the abuses of power Verres inflicted upon the citizens of Sicily, vividly illustrating themes of justice, corrup...

Athenaeus (Naucratita) was a Greek rhetorician and grammarian, flourishing about the end of the 2nd and beginning of the 3rd century AD. The Suda says only that he lived in the times of Marcus Aurelius.Several of his publications are lost, but the fifteen-volume Deipnosophistae mostly survives.The Deipnosophistae is an early 3rd-century AD Greek work by the Greek author Athenaeus of Naucratis. It is a long work of literary, historical, and antiquarian references set in Rome a...

In "Against Verres," Marcus Tullius Cicero masterfully employs the rhetoric of legal oration to expose the egregious corruption of the governor Verres, whose mismanagement of Sicily sparked outrage in Roman society. This polemical work brilliantly blends vivid character sketches, emotional appeals, and a meticulous presentation of evidence, showcasing Cicero'Äôs skill in persuasive language. Stylistically, the text serves not only as a legal argument but also as a profound commentary on mo...

Ammianus Marcellinus was a Roman soldier and historian who wrote the penultimate major historical account surviving from. The surviving books of his history cover the years 353 to 378.His work, known as the Res Gestae, chronicled in Latin the history of Rome from the accession of the Emperor Nerva in 96 to the death of Valens at the Battle of Adrianople.It is lauded as a clear, comprehensive, and generally impartial account of events by a contemporary.Contents:...

In "Against Verres '— Divination against Quintus Caecilius," Cicero presents a compelling oration that exemplifies the intricacies of Roman rhetoric and law in the late Republic. The work serves as both a vigorous prosecution against the corrupt governor Verres and a profound exploration of divination's role in Roman society, blending legal arguments with philosophical reflection. Cicero's masterful command of language, rhetorical devices, and his adeptness at engaging the audience highlig...

This volume contains an English translation of “The Tusculanae Disputations”, a five-book series written around 45 BC by Cicero, a Roman orator, statesman, philosopher and lawyer considered to be one of Rome's greatest orators and prose stylists. The books were originally written as an attempt to introduce Greek philosophy to Ancient Rome, especially stoicism. This volume will appeal to those with an interest in Greek philosophy, and it would make for a fantastic addition to collections of...

The Roman History of Ammianus Marcellinus; Translated by C. D. Yonge (1812-1891). Ammianus Marcellinus (325/330–after 391) was a fourth-century Roman soldier and historian.History during the Reigns of the Emperors Constantius, Julian, Jovianus, Valentinian, and Valens.Of Ammianus Marcellinus, the writer of the following History, we know very little more than what can be collected from that portion of it which remains to us.From that source we learn that he was a nat...

Chios Classics brings literature's greatest works back to life for new generations. All our books contain a linked table of contents.The Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers is a classic collection of biographies written during the 3rd century A.D.

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This work contains a series of speeches by Cicero in 70 BC during the corruption and extortion trial of Gaius Verres, the former governor of Sicily. These speeches were concurrent with Cicero's election to the aedileship and shaped Cicero's public career.

In his seminal work "On Invention," written in 85 BC, Marcus Tullius Cicero explores the intricate art of rhetoric and the essential techniques of persuasive speech. This treatise delves into the nature of invention as a critical component of oratory, offering insight into rhetorical frameworks and the philosophical underpinnings of effective communication. Cicero employs a didactic and engaging prose style that reflects the intellectual climate of the late Roman Republic, drawing on the t...