Against Verres (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Forensic Speeches on Roman Corruption, Sicilian Extortion, and Republican JusticeBy Marcus Tullius Cicero
Length20h 19m
About this audiobook
Against Verres is Cicero's masterly series of prosecution speeches against Gaius Verres, the former governor of Sicily accused in 70 BCE of extortion, sacrilege, judicial corruption, and the plundering of Greek art. Though only the first action was fully delivered before Verres fled into exile, the published Verrines display Cicero's forensic brilliance: lucid legal argument, vivid narrative, moral indignation, and devastating irony. Situated within the late Roman Republic's crisis of aristocratic misrule, the work is both courtroom rhetoric and a political indictment of senatorial impunity. Marcus Tullius Cicero, born in 106 BCE at Arpinum, was a novus homo whose rise depended on intellect, eloquence, and legal achievement rather than inherited power. His prosecution of Verres established him as Rome's foremost advocate and challenged the dominance of entrenched noble families. Cicero's philosophical education, Greek cultural knowledge, and commitment to republican legality all shaped his portrayal of Sicily's suffering and Rome's compromised justice. This book is essential for readers interested in classical rhetoric, Roman politics, legal history, or the ethics of public office. It remains a compelling demonstration of how language can expose corruption and transform evidence into civic judgment.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHistory
Length20 hrs 19 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 8, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
11Book 3 (pt. 1)
2Introduction
12Book 3 (pt. 2)
3Synopsis
13Book 4 (pt. 1)
4Historical Context
14Book 4 (pt. 2)
5Author Biography
15Book 5 (pt. 1)
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6First pleading against Verres
16Book 5 (pt. 2)
7Book 1 (pt. 1)
17Analysis
8Book 1 (pt. 2)
18Reflection
9Book 2 (pt. 1)
19Memorable Quotes
10Book 2 (pt. 2)
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