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On the Laws

On the Laws

Written by: Marcus Tullius Cicero
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Immerse yourself in Ciceros On the Laws (Latin De Legibus), a profound exploration crafted during the waning days of the Roman Republic, shortly after his impactful On the Commonwealth. This remarkable work, consisting of three remaining books from the original six, presents Ciceros vision of Natural Law, revisits the ancient religious laws of Rome—evoking the era of King Numa Pompilius—and lays out his ambitious proposals for reforming the Roman Constitution. Join us as we unpack this timeless text that continues to resonate with modern discussions of law and governance.Copyright Assorted Non Fiction Philosophy Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences World
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