Cicero's Second Philippic (1883)

Cicero's Second Philippic is a historical text written by the renowned Roman statesman and orator, Marcus Tullius Cicero. It was first published in 1883 and is a part of a series of speeches known as Philippics, which were delivered by Cicero to condemn the actions of his political rival, Mark Antony. This particular speech was given in 44 BC, during the turbulent period following the assassination of Julius Caesar.In the Second Philippic, Cicero delivers a scathing critique of Mark Antony's behavior and policies, accusing him of being a threat to the Roman Republic. He argues that Antony is corrupt, violent, and power-hungry, and that he is leading the country towards tyranny. Cicero also defends his own actions and those of his fellow senators, who have been accused by Antony of being traitors.The text is an important historical document, as it provides insight into the political climate of ancient Rome and the tensions between different factions of the ruling class. It is also a testament to Cicero's rhetorical skills, as he uses persuasive language and powerful arguments to make his case against Antony.Overall, Cicero's Second Philippic is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Roman history, politics, or rhetoric.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.