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The book titled ""Letters of Marcus Tullius Cicero and Letters of Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus: V9 Harvard Classics"" is a collection of letters written by two prominent figures of ancient Rome - Cicero and Pliny. The book is part of the Harvard Classics series and contains a total of 383 pages.The first section of the book features letters written by Cicero, a renowned philosopher, statesman, and orator of the Roman Republic. The letters are addressed to various individuals, including his friends, family members, and political allies. They cover a wide range of topics, including politics, philosophy, literature, and personal matters. Cicero's letters provide valuable insights into the political and social climate of ancient Rome, as well as his own thoughts and opinions on various issues.The second section of the book features letters written by Pliny, a Roman author, naturalist, and statesman who lived during the reign of Emperor Trajan. Like Cicero's letters, Pliny's letters are addressed to a variety of individuals and cover a wide range of topics. Many of his letters focus on natural history and scientific inquiry, while others deal with personal matters and social commentary.Overall, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives and thoughts of two of the most influential figures of ancient Rome. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Roman history, philosophy, literature, or politics.1909. Contents: On Friendship; On Old Age; Letters by Marcus Tullius Cicero. Letters by Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus.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.