M. Fabii Quintiliani De Instititione Oratoria Libri Duodecim Ad Codicum Veterum Fidem Recensuit Et Annotatione Explanavit Georg. Ludovicus Spalding

This edition of Marcus Fabius Quintilianus's "De Institutione Oratoria Libri Duodecim" (Institutes of Oratory) has been meticulously revised and annotated by Georg. Ludovicus Spalding, adhering to the authenticity of ancient codices. Quintilian's comprehensive treatise on rhetoric, spanning twelve books, remains a cornerstone of classical education, offering profound insights into the art of public speaking, argumentation, and literary style. Spalding's annotations provide invaluable context and elucidate Quintilian's teachings for modern readers.

"Institutes of Oratory" covers a wide range of topics, from the foundational principles of grammar and composition to the intricacies of persuasive oratory and the moral responsibilities of the speaker. This edition is an essential resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of rhetoric and the enduring legacy of classical thought. It offers a window into the educational practices of ancient Rome and the development of Western intellectual traditions.

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