Cicero's Laelius De Amicitia is masterfully written prose on a pleasurable and thought-provoking subject. Ricks and Dickison's edition of the AP* selected passages provides enough vocabulary and grammar assistance to make the reading experience enjoyable, punctuated by discussion of Cicero's style. This edition includes the Latin text of the AP* selections of De Amicitia (sections 17-23 and 100-104) , running vocabulary and commentary, a brief bibliography, and general vocabulary. These selections make a great companion to the Pro Archia Poeta Oratio, and are sure to stimulate classroom discussion. The new De Amicitia Selecions Teacher's Guide by Ricks and Dickison is designed with the fast-paced AP* classroom in mind. It includes the selections in large print suitable for photocopying or overhead projection, a literal translation of the selections, discussion questions, a set of assessments with sample answers, and an annotated bibliography.