The Philippics of Demosthenes (1880)

The Philippics of Demosthenes is a book written by Frank B. Tarbell and published in 1880. The book is a collection of the speeches given by Demosthenes, a prominent Greek statesman and orator, against Philip II of Macedon. These speeches, known as the Philippics, were delivered in the 4th century BC and were intended to rally the Athenians against Philip's growing power and influence in Greece. In this book, Tarbell provides a comprehensive analysis of each of the Philippics, examining their historical context, rhetorical techniques, and political significance. He also includes extensive notes and commentary to help readers better understand the speeches and their relevance to ancient Greek politics.Overall, The Philippics of Demosthenes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history, politics, and rhetoric. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the political and social dynamics of ancient Greece, as well as the art of oratory and persuasion in the classical world.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.