Cicero's Three Books Of Offices Or Moral Duties - Paperback

by M. Tullius Cicero (Author), Cyrus R. Edmonds (Translator)

Cicero's Three Books of Offices or Moral Duties is a classic work of philosophy written by the Roman statesman, orator, and philosopher Marcus Tullius Cicero. The book is divided into three parts, each of which explores different aspects of moral duty and ethical behavior. In the first book, Cicero discusses the concept of virtue and the importance of living a life of moral excellence. He argues that the pursuit of virtue is essential for personal happiness and for the well-being of society as a whole. In the second book, Cicero explores the idea of justice and its role in human society. He examines the different forms of justice, including distributive justice and corrective justice, and discusses the importance of fairness and equality in human affairs. Finally, in the third book, Cicero focuses on the concept of expedience and the role it plays in decision-making. He argues that while expedience may sometimes conflict with moral duty, it is possible to make decisions that are both expedient and morally just. Throughout the book, Cicero draws on the teachings of the ancient Greek philosophers, including Plato and Aristotle, to develop his own unique perspective on ethics and morality. The Three Books of Offices is widely regarded as one of the most important works of classical philosophy and is still studied and debated by scholars and philosophers today.Also his Cato Major, An Essay On Old Age; Laelius, An Essay On Friendships; Paradoxes; Scipio's Dream; And Letter To Quintus On The Duties Of A Magistrate.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.