Ad familiares
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Ad familiares is a collection of letters written by the Roman statesman and writer Cicero. These letters, compiled into 16 books, were addressed to various friends, acquaintances, and relatives, with a significant portion sent to his close friend and publisher, Titus Pomponius Atticus.12
The surviving correspondence, spanning from 67 BCE to July 43 BCE, offers invaluable insights into the political and social landscape of ancient Rome. While only a fraction of Cicero's total letters remain, they serve as a primary historical source, providing precise dating for events and shedding light on the era's key figures and happenings. The letters also reveal Cicero's personal thoughts, political strategies, and his relationships with prominent individuals during a tumultuous period of Roman history.12
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