This book is a critical edition of Cicero’s famous oration in defense of Publius Sestius, a Roman politician who was accused of sedition. It is an invaluable resource for scholars of ancient history, classics, and rhetoric, providing a meticulous analysis of the structure, style, and language of the speech. The commentary also includes historical and cultural background, textual variants, and literary allusions. This is a must-have for any serious student of Cicero and Roman oratory.

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