The Olynthiac Speeches of Demosthenes

Originally published in 1915, this book contains the Greek text of Demosthenes' orations urging aid to the Olynthians.

Demosthenes (Author), J. M. MacGregor (Edited by)

9781107620179, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 24 July 2014

154 pages
19.8 x 12.9 x 0.8 cm, 0.16 kg

Originally published in 1915 as part of the Pitt Press Series, this book contains the Greek text of Demosthenes' orations urging aid to the Olynthians during the siege of Olynthus by Philip II of Macedon in 349 BC. The speeches are prefaced with an overview of Demosthenes' life and political career and an analysis of each speech, with detailed notes following at the end. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Demosthenes and the rise of the kingdom of Macedon.

Preface
Introduction
The story of Demosthenes
Analysis of the speeches
The sources of the text
Text
Notes
Appendix A
Appendix B
Index A
Index B.

Subject Areas: Classical history / classical civilisation [HBLA1]