Athenian Political Oratory: Sixteen Key Speeches (Routledge Sourcebooks for the Ancient World)

The celebrated orators and speeches of ancient Athens have been read and enjoyed for thousands of years. Focusing on the works of three of the greatest orators in history-Demosthenes, Lysias, and Hypereides-this collection of speeches is an indispensable source for anyone interested in classical civilization and literature, political science and rhetoric. Each of the three sections-The Thirty Tyrants, Philip and Athens, and Athens Under Alexander-includes an introduction providing an historical overview of the period and each speech is preceded by its own brief introduction. Rendered in lively, readable prose, the translations capture the energy, vigor and power of the originals. The celebrated orators of ancient Athens have been read and enjoyed for thousands of years. Focusing on the works of three of the greatest orators of classical antiquity -- Demosthenes, Lysias, and Hypereides -- this collection of speeches is an indispensable source for anyone interested in ancient history, classical civilization and literature, political science, and rhetoric. Each of the three sections -- The Thirty Tyrants, Philip and Athens, and Athens Under Alexander -- includes an introduction providing a historical overview of the period, and each speech is preceded by its own brief introduction. Rendered in lively, readable prose, the translations capture the energy, vigor, and power of the original texts. A collection of speeches from three of the greatest orators in history - Demosthenes, Lysias and Hypereides - rendered in lively, readable prose. These translations capture the energy, vigour and power of the originals With the exception of Philip of Macedon, all the authors included in this book qualify as "Attic orators"; that is, orators who lived and worked in Athens. With the exception of Philip of Macedón, all the authors included in this book qualify as "Attic orators"; that is, orators who lived and worked in Athens. Translated By David D. Phillips. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 257-259) And Index. First published in 2004. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.