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First Philippic against Marcus Antonius
Title: First Philippic against Marcus Antonius
Category: Literature / English
Details: Words: 2609 | Pages: 11.1 (approximately 235 words/page)
First Philippic against Marcus Antonius
In Cicero’s, “First Philippic against Marcus Antonius,” he is offering his view on the political situation after the death of Caesar. His purpose for coming before the Senate is to drive them to the realization that Marcus Antonius and his actions are slowly breaking down the unity of the country. He praises Marcus Antonius for his fine speech, intentions, and promises, then points out the fallacies and unconstitutionality of Marcus Antonius’ actions. He reminds …showed first 75 words of 2609 total…
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…showed last 75 words of 2609 total…gain from my return are now mine. For the views I have expressed to you today re guarantee that, whatever may happen in the future, my determination shall be on record.” Cicero has planted the thought of doubt and disappointment in the minds of the Senators and he “nails the coffin shut” by putting in a remark that says, “You’ve been warned, so when it happens, I can say that I told you so.”
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