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Cicero, Marcus Tullius
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Reid, James S. (James Smith)
1846
1926
Kelsey, Francis W. (Francis Willey)
1858
1927
Cato Maior de Senectute with Introduction and Notes
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"Cato Maior de Senectute" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a philosophical treatise written in the mid-1st century BC. This work presents a dialogue centered around the topic of aging, specifically addressing the common fears and misconceptions about old age through the voice of Cato the Elder. It aims to provide wisdom and comfort regarding the journey into old age, advocating a perspective that cherishes the virtues and joys that can accompany this stage of life. At the start of the text, Cicero expresses his intention to write about aging to bring solace to his friend Atticus, who, like Cicero himself, is facing the challenges that come with advancing years. Through a dialogue featuring Cato, Scipio, and Laelius, Cato presents powerful arguments against common criticisms of old age, claiming that it can be a period of dignity, wisdom, and fulfillment. He references respected figures of history and philosophy to emphasize that age does not preclude one from active contributions and meaningful enjoyment of life. Cato's philosophy implies that maintaining the right attitude can lead to a rewarding experience in old age, countering the narrative that senescence is exclusively burdensome or negative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Old age -- Early works to 1800
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Classical Antiquity
Browsing: History - Ancient
Browsing: Literature
Browsing: Old Age & the Elderly
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