Publisher's Synopsis
The Oration of Demosthenes Against Meidias is a book written by the famous Greek orator Demosthenes. The book is a speech delivered by Demosthenes against Meidias, a wealthy Athenian citizen who had insulted and physically assaulted the orator during a religious festival. The speech is a powerful indictment of Meidias' actions and a defense of Demosthenes' honor and reputation. The book is divided into several sections, including an introduction, an analysis of the speech, notes on the text, and an index. The introduction provides background information on the historical context of the speech, as well as an overview of Demosthenes' life and career as a politician and orator. The analysis section offers a detailed examination of the rhetorical techniques used by Demosthenes in the speech, including his use of persuasive language and emotional appeals to win over his audience. The notes section provides additional commentary on specific passages and phrases in the text, helping readers to better understand the nuances of Demosthenes' arguments. The index is a useful tool for locating specific topics or themes in the book. Overall, The Oration of Demosthenes Against Meidias is an important work of ancient Greek literature and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of rhetoric and public speaking.This Book Is In English And Greek.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.
