Orations of Demosthenes: Pronounced to Excite the Athenians Against Philip, King of Macedon; And on Occasions of Public Deliberation (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Orations of Demosthenes: Pronounced to Excite the Athenians Against Philip, King of Macedon; And on Occasions of Public Deliberation presents the English translation of the legendary Greek orations as delivered to Athens.
This edition, rooted in historical rhetoric, makes Demosthenes’ appeals, arguments, and political struggles accessible to modern readers in clear, direct language.
The collection centers on the persuasive power of public speech in a time of crisis. It sheds light on the tactics, themes, and moral questions that drove Athenians to weigh war, alliance, and duty. Readers can follow the flow of arguments, observe the orator’s methods, and see how civic debate shaped important decisions.What you will experience
- A window into ancient political rhetoric and its practical impact on statecraft.
- English renderings of key passages that illuminate public life, loyalty, and leadership.
- A view of how orators framed justice, alliances, and national interests under pressure.
- A sense of the historical context surrounding Athens, Sparta, and Persia.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a critical examination of Demosthenes' orations against Philip, the King of Macedon, who threatened the freedom of the Greek city-states in the 4th century B.C.E. The author views Demosthenes' orations as expressions of Athenian identity and democratic values in a time of crisis. The book begins by situating Demosthenes within the political and historical context of his time. The author provides the reader with a brief history of Athens and its democratic institutions, the rise of Macedon under King Philip, and the threat that Philip posed to the Greek city-states. The author then examines Demosthenes' orations as literary textsâ"masterpieces of rhetoric and argumentationâ"that also provide insight into the nature of Athenian identity and the values of the democratic polis. Demosthenes presented himself as the defender of Athenian values against the threat posed by Philip, and his orations show how the Athenians believed their city was a beacon of freedom and democracy in a world increasingly dominated by monarchs. This book makes a valuable contribution to the study of Demosthenes, Athenian oratory, and the history of Athens in the 4th century B.C.E. The author's fresh insights into Demosthenes' orations and their historical context will appeal to scholars and students of ancient Greece and political thought. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330802168_0
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