Demosthenes: On the Crown (Cambridge Greek and Latin Classics)

By William Watson Goodwin, Demosthenes, Bernard William Francis Drake

Book Overview

Demosthenes On The Crown is a book written by Demosthenes and published in 1870. It is a historical and political speech delivered by Demosthenes in Athens in 330 BC, in which he defends himself against accusations made by his political rival, Aeschines. The speech is considered to be one of the greatest speeches in history, and is a testament to the power of oratory and the importance of political speechmaking.The book includes English notes, which provide context and commentary on the speech, as well as explanations of key terms and concepts. The notes also offer insights into the historical and political context in which the speech was delivered, and help readers to understand the significance of Demosthenes' arguments.Overall, Demosthenes On The Crown is an important work of ancient Greek literature, and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Athens, the art of oratory, and the role of political speechmaking in ancient Greece.To Which Is Prefixed Aeschines Against Ctesiphon, With English Notes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104048116
• ISBN13: 9781104048112
• Release Date: February 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"