num_pages: 112
description: The life and times of the famous Roman statesman and orator, Cicero.Cicero was a Roman statesman and orator who tried unsuccessfully to preserve the republican form of government. His assassination was sanctioned by Rome's first emperor, Augustus. Cicero's prolific writings have survived and have given us an intimate and exciting picture of Roman politics.
language: English
title: Cicero: Defender of the Republic
titlecomplete: Cicero: Defender of the Republic (Leaders of Ancient Rome)
ratings_count: 2
series: Leaders of Ancient Rome
publisher: Rosen Central