Ciceronianus Or A Dialogue On The Best Style Of Speaking - Paperback

by Desiderius Erasmus (Author), Izora Scott (Translator), Paul Monroe (Introduction by)

Ciceronianus, or A Dialogue on the Best Style of Speaking, is a book written by the Dutch humanist and theologian Desiderius Erasmus. Published in 1528, the book is a dialogue between two characters, Julius and Ciceronianus, discussing the best style of speaking. The book is a critique of the Latin language style of Cicero, a Roman philosopher and orator, and advocates for a simpler, more natural style of speaking. Erasmus argues that Cicero's style is too ornate and artificial, and that speakers should strive for clarity and simplicity in their language. The book is considered a seminal work in the development of Renaissance humanism and had a significant impact on the study of rhetoric and language during the period. It remains a valuable resource for students and scholars of classical literature and rhetoric, as well as anyone interested in the history of language and communication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.