Greek Orators VII

Greek Orators VII
Author: Stephen Clarke
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 229
Release: 2021-06-08
Genre: History
ISBN: 1789622441

The first detailed commentary on Demosthenes' political speech, On the Chersonese, delivered in 341 BC at a time when Athens was under political pressure from Philip of Macedon. A brilliant demonstration of Demosthenes' skill as an orator, the speech argues in favour of the Athenian general Diopeithes, in the face of the threat of retaliation by Philip against his actions.

Orations

Orations
Author: Demosthenes
Publisher:
Total Pages: 440
Release: 1757
Genre:
ISBN:

Athenian Political Oratory

Athenian Political Oratory
Author: David Phillips
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2004-09-25
Genre: History
ISBN: 1135888590

The celebrated orators and speeches of ancient Athens have been read and enjoyed for thousands of years. Focusing on the works of three of the greatest orators in history-Demosthenes, Lysias, and Hypereides-this collection of speeches is an indispensable source for anyone interested in classical civilization and literature, political science and rhetoric. Each of the three sections-The Thirty Tyrants, Philip and Athens, and Athens Under Alexander-includes an introduction providing an historical overview of the period and each speech is preceded by its own brief introduction. Rendered in lively, readable prose, the translations capture the energy, vigor and power of the originals.

The Greek Orators

The Greek Orators
Author: John Frederic Dobson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 374
Release: 1919
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN:

Comic Invective in Ancient Greek and Roman Oratory

Comic Invective in Ancient Greek and Roman Oratory
Author: Sophia Papaioannou
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2021-08-02
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 3110735660

This volume acknowledges the centrality of comic invective in a range of oratorical institutions (especially forensic and symbouleutic), and aspires to enhance the knowledge and understanding of how this technique is used in such con-texts of both Greek and Roman oratory. Despite the important scholarly work that has been done in discussing the patterns of using invective in Greek and Roman texts and contexts, there are still notable gaps in our knowledge of the issue. The introduction to, and the twelve chapters of, this volume address some understudied multi-genre and interdisciplinary topics: first, the ways in which comic invective in oratory draws on, or has implications for, comedy and other genres, or how these literary genres are influenced by oratorical theory and practice, and by contemporary socio-political circumstances, in articulating comic invective and targeting prominent individuals; second, how comic invective sustains relationships and promotes persuasion through unity and division; third, how it connects with sexuality, the human body and male/female physiology; fourth, what impact generic dichotomies, as, for example, public-private and defence-prosecution, may have upon using comic invective; and fifth, what the limitations in its use are, depending on the codes of honour and decency in ancient Greece and Rome.

Demosthenes of Athens and the Fall of Classical Greece

Demosthenes of Athens and the Fall of Classical Greece
Author: Ian Worthington
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 411
Release: 2015
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0190263563

The first ever biography of Demosthenes written in English for a popular audience, set against the rich backdrop of late classical Greece and Macedonia

The Orator in Action and Theory in Greece and Rome

The Orator in Action and Theory in Greece and Rome
Author: Cecil W. Wooten
Publisher: BRILL
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2001
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 9789004122130

This is a collection of original essays, written by authorities in the field, on aspects of ancient rhetoric and oratory ranging from theoretical considerations of rhetorical theory to analysis of actual speeches.

Old Saint Peter's, Rome

Old Saint Peter's, Rome
Author: Rosamond McKitterick
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 523
Release: 2013-11-07
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1107041643

Provides the first full study of the predecessor church of St Peter's Basilica in Rome, from late antique construction to Renaissance destruction.