The Life of Cicero Volume I Chapter 4 - His Early Pleadings Part 1

In which we are introduced to Cicero’s first notable foray into public life through his defence of Sextus Roscius, a case steeped in the grim realities of post-proscription Rome, revealing a world where murder and corruption festered beneath the surface of legal proceedings. This narrative richly illuminates the disorder and moral decay of Roman society under Sulla’s shadow, while showcasing Cicero’s burgeoning talent for rhetoric and advocacy amidst the dangers and intrigues of his time.