In L. Calpurnium Pisonem Oratio
A comprehensive scholarly edition with commentary and analysis
Cicero author R G M Nisbet editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Published:18th Jun '87
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This scholarly edition of Cicero's work provides an authoritative text along with insightful commentary, making it essential for students of In L. Calpurnium Pisonem Oratio.
This scholarly edition of Cicero's work offers an authoritative text that is meticulously prepared for both students and scholars. In L. Calpurnium Pisonem Oratio is presented with a comprehensive introduction that sets the context for understanding Cicero's arguments and rhetoric. The edition includes detailed commentary notes that clarify the text's nuances, making it an invaluable resource for anyone studying this important Roman orator.
The commentary provided in this edition is designed to be accessible yet thorough, ensuring that readers can engage deeply with the material. The scholarly apparatus accompanying In L. Calpurnium Pisonem Oratio enhances the reading experience, offering insights into historical, cultural, and linguistic aspects of Cicero's work. This edition is particularly noteworthy for its focus on the neglected aspects of the text, which adds depth to the understanding of Cicero's rhetoric and its implications.
Nisbet's careful treatment of textual matters has garnered praise, indicating that this edition will likely remain a standard reference for years to come. The clarity and conciseness of the explanatory notes make it an indispensable aid for every student of Cicero, allowing them to grasp complex ideas with ease. Overall, this scholarly edition stands as a significant contribution to the study of Cicero and his enduring legacy in the field of rhetoric.
''The standard work for many years to come' was the prediction made when R. G. M. Nisbet's edition of Cicero, in L. Calpurnium Pisonem Oratio was originally reviewed in this journal ... the accuracy of this opinion has been confirmed by reprints in 1974 and 1975 and now in 1987 by an Oxford paperback.' Greece & Rome
ISBN: 9780198721314
Dimensions: 187mm x 126mm x 14mm
Weight: 248g
242 pages