Robert Harris on why he wanted to write the Cicero trilogy

Robert Harris talks to us about his motivation for writing the Cicero trilogy. The final book ‘Dictator’ is out now!
"Laws are silent in times of war." (Cicero). There was a time when Cicero held Caesar's life in the palm of his hand. But now Caesar is the dominant figure and Cicero's life is in ruins. Exiled, separated from his wife and children, his possessions confiscated, his life constantly in danger, Cicero is tormented by the knowledge that he has sacrificed power for the sake of his principles. His comeback requires wit, skill and courage - and for a brief and glorious period, the legendary orator is once more the supreme senator in Rome. But politics is never static and no statesman, however cunning, can safeguard against the ambition and corruption of others. Riveting and tumultuous, Dictator encompasses some of the most epic events in human history yet is also an intimate portrait of a brilliant, flawed, frequently fearful yet ultimately brave man - a hero for his time and for ours. This is an unforgettable tour de force from a master storyteller.
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[@catheriam1945]

Loved POMPEII, which I had visited 60 years ago; I still remember viewing the plaster "skeletons" and wondered if the story of the blind boy and his dog -- supposedly found with a raisin cake in his mouth to bring to him -- was true.

[@daniloivanarotomapablo445]

Great writer¡¡¡

[@jpgrumbach8562]

Is true. Real craftsman.

[@matzekatze7500]

He actually looks a bit like Cicero doesn't he😂

[@raginald7mars408]

precisamente esse! Excellent! Teach that in every Kinder Garden!!!!The Next Tyrant is coming....