The Speech of Demosthenes Against the Law of Leptines (1890)

The Speech of Demosthenes Against the Law of Leptines is a classical text written by the Greek orator Demosthenes in the fourth century BCE. The book, first published in 1890, is a historical document that provides insight into the political and legal systems of ancient Athens. In the speech, Demosthenes argues against a proposed law that would have granted amnesty to those who had violated certain financial regulations. He criticizes the law as unjust and argues that it would undermine the integrity of the Athenian legal system. The speech is notable for its rhetorical style, which is characterized by powerful arguments and vivid imagery. The book includes an introduction and notes by the editor, which provide context and background information on the historical and cultural context of the speech. Overall, The Speech of Demosthenes Against the Law of Leptines is a valuable resource for scholars of ancient Greek history, politics, and rhetoric, as well as anyone interested in the development of democratic institutions.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.