Defence Speeches

''But I must stop now. I can no longer speak for tears - and my client has ordered that tears are not to be used in his defence.''

Cicero (106-43 BC) was the greatest orator of the ancient world: he dominated the Roman courts, usually appearing for the defence. His speeches are masterpieces of persuasion: compellingly written, emotionally powerful, and somtimes hilariously funny. This book presents...