Excerpt from Demosthenes With Extracts From His Orations, and a Critical Discussion of the Trial on the Crown
N the seventeenth century, when public speaking was restricted principally to the pulpit and bar F énelon restored the omnipotence of Grecian eloquence. To-day our assemblies are manifestly unceremonious they exhibit great examples of the efiiciency of elo quence, but still they are far from those triumphs familiar to Greek antiquity. And so we can share even in these days the admiration of the author of The Letter to the Academy.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the literary and historical significance of political oratory in ancient Greece. The author traces the development of this art form from its humble beginnings in Homeric epics to its sophisticated expressions in Athenian democracy. The book examines the techniques and strategies employed by renowned orators such as Pericles, Demosthenes, and Aeschines, highlighting their mastery of rhetoric, logic, and emotional appeals. The author analyzes the interplay between political discourse and the social, cultural, and intellectual landscape of ancient Greece, revealing how oratory served as a powerful tool for shaping public opinion, swaying juries, and influencing political decisions. The book sheds light on the enduring legacy of Greek political eloquence, emphasizing its influence on Western oratory and democratic thought. Ultimately, this book offers a captivating account of the power and artistry of political speech in shaping the destiny of ancient Greece and its lasting impact on the art of persuasion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332432332_0
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