Synopsis
Two ancient orations come to vivid life in a new English translation.
This edition presents the speeches of Eschines and Demosthenes with a focus on the political drama surrounding Athens and its fight to preserve independence. Demonstrating a scholar’s care for accuracy and a translator’s sense of drama, the volume emphasizes the historical context surrounding the Crown trials, the rise of Macedon, and the public and legal arguments that shaped one of Greece’s most famous political episodes. The translation aims to be faithful to the original while conveying the forensic tone of the occasion, without heavy notes or extensive introduction.
- Clear, literal translation balanced with the rhetoric of the original orations
- Context on Athens’ political scene during the rise of Philip and Alexander
- Focused coverage of the legal proceedings and key arguments from Eschines and Demosthenes
- A straightforward presentation ideal for readers of classical Greek history and rhetoric
Ideal for readers of classical history, philosophy, and rhetoric who want accessible, faithful English renderings of these landmark speeches.
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