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  • The Public Orations of Demosthenes, All Volumes

    by Demosthenes ...
    Demosthenes, the son of Demosthenes of Paeania in Attica, a rich and highly respected factory-owner, was born in or about the year 384 B.C. He was early left an orphan; his guardians mismanaged his property for their own advantage; and although, soon after coming of age in 366, he took proceedings against them and was victorious in the law-courts, he appears to have recovered comparatively little ... Read more

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  • The Public Orations of Demosthenes, volume 1

    by Demosthenes ...
    The Public Orations of Demosthenes, volume 1, showcases the eloquence and persuasive power of one of ancient Greece's most renowned orators. Demosthenes, known for his passionate speeches, addresses critical political and social issues of his time, particularly focusing on the threat posed by Macedon. His orations are not only a testament to his rhetorical skill but also provide insight into the ... Read more

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  • The Olynthiacs And The Phillippics Of Demosthenes

    by Demosthenes ...
    The olynthiacs and the philippics of Demosthenes is a collection of political orations addressing the urgent challenges faced by Athens during the rise of Philip II of Macedon. The speeches focus on the strategic and ethical responsibilities of the Athenian state, urging decisive action to defend freedom and sovereignty. The work begins by discussing the situation of Olynthus, a city caught in ... Read more

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  • The Public Orations of Demosthenes, volume 2

    by Demosthenes ...
    The Public Orations of Demosthenes, volume 2, showcases the eloquence and persuasive power of one of ancient Greece's most renowned orators. This collection includes a variety of speeches that highlight Demosthenes' skill in addressing political issues, legal matters, and social concerns of his time. His ability to engage audiences and sway public opinion is evident throughout the volume, making ... Read more

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  • The Olynthiacs and the Phillippics of Demosthenes

    by Demosthenes ...
    Demosthenes, a prominent statesman and orator of ancient Athens, delivered the Olynthiacs and the Philippics as powerful speeches aimed at rallying the Athenian populace against the growing threat of Macedonian expansion under Philip II. The Olynthiacs specifically urged Athenians to support the city of Olynthus, which was under siege, emphasizing the need for unity and action to protect Greek ... Read more

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  • The Olynthiacs and the Phillippics of Demosthenes

    Ancient Greek Political Speeches on Philip II, Civic Courage, and the Defense of Athenian Democracy

    by Demosthenes ...
    Translated by Charles Rann Kennedy ...
    The Olynthiacs and the Philippics gather Demosthenes' most celebrated interventions against the expansion of Macedonian power under Philip II. The three Olynthiac speeches urge Athens to aid Olynthus, whose strategic position made its survival vital to the balance of power, while the Philippics broaden the indictment of Philip's diplomacy, military opportunism, and systematic erosion of Greek ... Read more

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  • Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature

    Enriched edition. Mythology, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Theater (Including Biographies of Authors and Critical Study of Each Work)

    by Aristotle, Plato, Euripides, Gilbert Murray, Epictetus, Theocritus, Homer, Plutarch, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Aristophanes0, Herodotus1, Anacreon2, Sappho3, Thucydides4, Hesiod5, Demosthenes6, Lysias7, Alcaeus8, Archilochus9, Theognis of Megara0, Simonides of Ceos1, Bacchylides2, Apollonius3, Callimachus4, Connor Remington7 ...
    Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature gathers an illustrious ensemble of works that encapsulate the essence of early Western thought, storytelling, and rhetoric. Spanning a multitude of genres, from the epics of Homer to the pointed tragedies of Sophocles and the satirical comedies of Aristophanes, this anthology showcases the vast spectrum of literary artforms fashioned by the ancient Greeks. ... Read more

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  • The Olynthiacs and the Phillippics of Demosthenes

    Literally translated with notes

    by Demosthenes ...
    Translated by Charles Rann Kennedy ...
    In 'The Olynthiacs and the Philippics of Demosthenes,' the iconic Athenian statesman and orator delivers a powerful critique of Macedonian hegemony in the fourth century BCE. The Olynthiacs, a series of three speeches, call for Athenian intervention in the face of Philip II's expansionist ambitions, while the Philippics vehemently urge a united response against the imminent threat posed by Macedon ... Read more

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  • Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Mythology, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Theater (Including Biographies of Authors and Critical Study of Each Work)

    by Homer, Hesiod, Archilochus, Alcaeus, Sappho, Anacreon, Theognis of Megara, Simonides of Ceos, Bacchylides, Aeschylus, Sophocles0, Euripides1, Aristophanes2, Herodotus3, Thucydides4, Plato5, Aristotle6, Lysias7, Demosthenes8, Apollonius9, Callimachus0, Theocritus1, Plutarch2, Epictetus3, Gilbert Murray4, Julian Ashmere7 ...
    Yale Classics - Ancient Greek Literature gathers the foundational genres of the Greek imagination: epic, didactic poetry, lyric song, tragedy, comedy, historiography, philosophy, rhetoric, pastoral, biography, and moral reflection. From heroic narrative and archaic wisdom to dramatic conflict, civic argument, and Hellenistic refinement, the volume traces a literature continually negotiating fate, ... Read more

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  • Complete Works of Demosthenes (Delphi Classics)

    by Demosthenes, Delphi Classics ...
    Series Book 44 - Delphi Ancient Classics
    The Athenian statesman Demosthenes is now recognised as the greatest of the Greek orators, who roused Athens to oppose Philip and the might of Macedonia. Demosthenes’ speeches offer valuable information on the political, social and economic life of ancient Athens, providing a masterful demonstration of oratorical grace. The Ancient Classics series provides eReaders with the wisdom of the Classical ... Read more

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  • The Olynthiacs and the Phillippics of Demosthenes

    Enriched edition. Literally translated with notes

    by Demosthenes, Dylan McAllister ...
    Translated by Charles Rann Kennedy ...
    In "The Olynthiacs and the Philippics of Demosthenes," the renowned Athenian orator presents a compelling call to action against the growing threat of Philip II of Macedon. The work is a masterclass in rhetoric, employing vivid imagery and emotional appeals to stimulate civic engagement and resistance among the Athenian populace. Composed at a time of political upheaval and imminent danger, these ... Read more

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  • The Greatest Classics of Ancient Greece

    Enriched edition. Mythology, History, Philosophy, Poetry, Theater (Including Biographies of Authors and Critical Study of Each Work)

    by Aristotle, Plato, Euripides, Gilbert Murray, Epictetus, Theocritus, Homer, Plutarch, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Aristophanes0, Herodotus1, Anacreon2, Sappho3, Thucydides4, Hesiod5, Demosthenes6, Lysias7, Alcaeus8, Archilochus9, Theognis of Megara0, Simonides of Ceos1, Bacchylides2, Apollonius3, Callimachus4, Dylan Fennell7 ...
    In 'The Greatest Classics of Ancient Greece,' the reader is immersed in the timeless wisdom and cultural richness of ancient Greek literature. This anthology showcases a vast array of literary styles—from the epic poetry of Homer to the philosophical musings of Plato, the lyrical beauty of Sappho, and the dramatic complexity of Sophocles. The thematic core revolves around enduring questions of ... Read more

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