This is a Latin treatise by the Roman philosopher and statesman Marcus Tullius Cicero, on the subject of friendship. Cicero explores the nature of friendship, its uses and benefits, and the qualities that make for a good friend. He also discusses the role of friendship in public life and the importance of cultivating lasting relationships.

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