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In Andrew P. Peabody's translation of Cicero's 'De Senectute,' readers are invited to explore the virtues and challenges of old age through a compelling dialogue. Cicero eloquently discusses how wisdom, experience, and a well-lived life can bring fulfillment in later years, countering societal fears of decline. The work emphasizes the importance of maintaining mental and physical vitality, cultivating friendships, and embracing life's final chapter with dignity and purpose. Peabody's translation brings Cicero's timeless insights to a modern audience, inspiring reflection on aging as a stage of continued growth and fulfillment.Cicero De Senectute is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1884.

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