– John Adams remarked about Cicero that “All ages of the world have not produced a greater statesman and philosopher combined,” while Voltaire noted, “He taught us how to think.” In this audiobook, Anthony Everitt presents the first comprehensive one-volume biography of the Roman statesman in over 25 years. Using Cicero’s letters to his close friend Atticus and other valuable sources, Everitt skillfully recreates the intricate world of political intrigue, social decadence, and civil unrest in Republican Rome.

– Everitt’s engaging narrative captures not only Cicero’s external political triumphs but also his internal struggles and insecurities. This audiobook provides a masterfully lucid and compelling survey of the life of Marcus Tullius Cicero, including his roles as a lawyer, politician, and philosopher. It’s sure to become an essential listen for anyone interested in Cicero and his enduring influence.