There is no doubt that Cicero was one of the most influential figures
in Latini's writings and teachings. In Part III of Li Livres dou Tresor,
the section of the book pertaining to rhetoric, government, and speaking
well, Latini palimpsests Cicero’s rhetoric and sheds light on the
ideas of one of history’s great orators.
Latini discusses, in depth, Cicero's ideas of the functions and goals of rhetoric, five cannons of rhetoric, and the art and practical applications of it. Latini describes Cicero as being very wise and one who surpasses all men in good speaking.
Brunetto was a proponent of making information, scholarly and political, available to the common people. His clear translations, examples, and explanations of Cicero’s rhetoric is strong evidence of his conviction to educate the masses.
To
learn more about Cicero, who Latini so greatly admired, follow some of
the links below.