A Select Collection of Letters of the Antients (Classic Reprint): Whereby We Discover'd the Morality, Gallantry, Wit, Humour, Manner of Arguing, and ... of the Greeks and Romans (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Discover the voices of ancient Greece and Rome through their letters and dialogues.

This collection presents translated letters and conversations that reveal daily life, wit, morality, and public virtue across two great civilizations. Written as a companion to classic thought and public life, the selections offer a vivid sense of how ancient people spoke, argued, and shared their ideas. Readers will encounter intimate letters, formal addresses, and candid exchanges that illuminate beliefs, friendships, and social norms of antiquity without modern edits or glosses.

• Accessible translation of letters and dialogues from prominent ancient authors
• Direct insights into virtue, rhetoric, and daily concerns in classical society
• A broad panorama of topics from friendship and love to philosophy and public life
• Clear, compact passages suitable for quick reading or in-depth study

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