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Monday, October 06, 2025

AI Overview There isn't a novel written by Cicero from a fictional "Cicero's point of view," but there are novels about Cicero, such as Robert Harris's "Cicero Trilogy" (Imperium, Lustrum, and Dictator), which presents his life through the eyes of his secretary. Cicero himself wrote many works, including philosophical dialogues, speeches, and letters, that offer his perspective on various subjects but are not novels. Novels About Cicero:

The Cicero Trilogy by Robert Harris: This series provides a fictionalized account of Cicero's life and the political world of ancient Rome.

Imperium: The first book in the trilogy, it details Cicero's rise as a lawyer.

Lustrum (also published as Conspirata): The second book, exploring the power struggles in Rome.

Dictator: The third book, focusing on Cicero's later life and struggles during Caesar's dominance.

Cicero's Own Writings: While not novels, these works reveal Cicero's thoughts and experiences:

Philosophical Works: Cicero wrote extensively on ethics, philosophy, and the nature of the gods.

Speeches and Letters: His powerful speeches and personal correspondence offer insights into his political career and personal life.

On the Republic (De Re Publica) and On the Laws (De Legibus): These works present his ideas on governance and law.