Publisher's Synopsis
The Oration of Aeschines Against Ctesiphon: With Notes (1850) is a book written by J.T. Champlin. It is a comprehensive analysis of the famous speech delivered by Aeschines against Ctesiphon in 330 BCE. The book includes detailed notes and commentary on the speech, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the context, language, and rhetorical devices used by Aeschines.Champlin's book is an essential resource for students and scholars of ancient Greek history, politics, and literature. It provides a clear and concise explanation of the events leading up to the trial, the key arguments made by Aeschines, and the historical significance of the speech.The book is well-organized and easy to follow, with each section of the speech analyzed in detail. Champlin also includes a helpful introduction that provides background information on Aeschines and Ctesiphon, as well as the political and social context of the trial.Overall, The Oration of Aeschines Against Ctesiphon: With Notes (1850) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history, rhetoric, and politics. Champlin's insightful commentary and analysis make this book a must-read for students and scholars alike.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.
