Chapter 1:
Hope for retirement dashed by public calamity and misfortunes.
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Chapter 2:
Debate on eloquence's essence, its distinction from natural genius.
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Chapter 3:
Philosophy as the foundation of arts and sciences' excellence.
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Chapter 4:
Eloquence's challenges despite popularity and historical significance.
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Chapter 5:
Complexity of oratory requires broad knowledge and skillful expression.
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Chapter 6:
Importance of universal knowledge in mastering the art of oratory.
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Chapter 7:
Reflections on social and philosophical discussions at Tusculanum.
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Chapter 8:
Crassus extols eloquence's power to sway and uplift humanity.
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Chapter 9:
Scævola disagrees with Crassus on orators' role in society.
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Chapter 10:
Crassus defends eloquence's influence in law and public opinion.
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Chapter 11:
Crassus cites Greek philosophers' opinions on oratorical influence.
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Chapter 12:
Crassus argues for the necessity of eloquence across diverse subjects.
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Chapter 13:
Crassus claims orators excel in discussing moral and philosophical topics.
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Chapter 14:
Crassus discusses orators' need for knowledge in various fields.
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Chapter 15:
Crassus defines an orator as skilled in speaking with authority.
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Chapter 16:
Aratus, though ignorant of astronomy, wrote beautifully on constellations.
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Chapter 17:
Scævola acknowledged artistry in Crassus's argument about eloquence.
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Chapter 18:
Antonius agreed Crassus's experience proves eloquence enhances with knowledge.
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Chapter 19:
Athenians debated whether orators should understand philosophy for eloquence.
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Chapter 20:
Demosthenes mastered rhetoric, yet debate lingered if eloquence required philosophy.
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Chapter 21:
Misled by maxims, I wrote a pamphlet criticizing oratory's definition.
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Chapter 22:
Sulpicius asks Crassus about eloquence; Crassus initially declines discussing it.
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Chapter 23:
Mucius urges Crassus to share his wisdom on eloquence.
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Chapter 24:
Antonius and Crassus debate whether eloquence is an art.
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Chapter 25:
Crassus believes eloquence is mostly from natural talent and genius.
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Chapter 26:
Orators must be blameless, accomplished, wary of impertinence, and critical.
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Chapter 27:
Best speakers fear failures; orators face harsher criticism than performers.
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Chapter 28:
Apollonius dismisses unfit students; orators need complex skills for perfection.
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Chapter 29:
Cotta and Sulpicius possess divine grace; orators strive for gracefulness in speech.
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Chapter 30:
Intensity and study are essential for greatness in oration.
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Chapter 31:
Crassus emphasizes persuasion, structure, and eloquence in oratory.
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Chapter 32:
Practice refines speaking; penmanship enhances eloquence.
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Chapter 33:
Effective speaking requires preparation and skillful practice in composition.
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Chapter 34:
Memory exercises: memorize, translate Greek orations, practice new Latin phrases.
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Chapter 35:
Crassus's eloquence praised; Cotta and Scævola request more exposition.
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Chapter 36:
Crassus surprised at request to discuss civil law expertise.
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Chapter 37:
Examples of incompetent lawyers in civil law cases.
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Chapter 38:
Antonius exceptional in oratory without civil law study.
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Chapter 39:
Centumviri cases:
succession rights, banished person's rights, property disputes.
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Chapter 40:
Key civil law cases: will disputes, privilege rights, legislative interpretations.
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Chapter 41:
Discussing impudence, laziness, and utility of studying civil law.
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Chapter 42:
Arts formerly dispersed now systematized: music, geometry, astronomy, grammar, eloquence.
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Chapter 43:
Acquaintance with civil law through practice, not just extensive reading.
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Chapter 44:
Laws of twelve tables superior to all philosophers' libraries combined.
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Chapter 45:
Honour and dignity from mastery of civil law at Rome.
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Chapter 46:
Orator needs knowledge of public acts, history, and governance.
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Chapter 47:
Socrates' influence on earnest study, Crassus' methodical instruction.
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Chapter 48:
Antonius reluctantly discusses eloquence and practical observations.
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Chapter 49:
Musician, grammarian, poet: define their profession with precise qualifications required.
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Chapter 50:
No prohibition to master more than one art; separate abilities.
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Chapter 51:
Philosophy's deep study unnecessary for orator's practical knowledge.
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Chapter 52:
Orator understands people's wishes, emotions; different from philosophical debates.
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Chapter 53:
Rutilius Rufus criticized for using emotional appeal in court.
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Chapter 54:
Socrates' defense: rejected prepared speech for his own words.
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Chapter 55:
Crassus extols civil law, enriches its importance with eloquence.
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Chapter 56:
Advocates with little knowledge often make great professions in causes.
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Chapter 57:
Orators may be ignorant of law parts not in disputes.
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Chapter 58:
Studying civil law isn't necessary for skilled orators in courts.
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Chapter 59:
Knowledge of civil law benefits an orator in various ways.
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Chapter 60:
Old age benefits from the civil law's knowledge.
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Chapter 61:
Orators are judged differently from actors in performances.
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Chapter 62:
Crassus and Antonius debate on the role of an orator.
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