Description
1954 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-preserved copy of John Warrington’s translation of Demosthenes’ Orations offers a window into the golden age of ancient Athenian oratory and democracy. Demosthenes (384-322 BC) was one of the greatest orators of classical antiquity, renowned for his skillful rhetoric and impassioned speeches urging the Athenians to resist the encroaching power of Philip II of Macedon. His orations, preserved through the ages, provide invaluable insights into the political and social climate of ancient Greece, as well as the art of persuasive public speaking. This 1954 edition, though lacking a dust jacket, remains in good condition, with clean pages and a secure binding, making it a solid addition to any collection of classical literature or ancient history. Collectors and readers alike will appreciate the opportunity to immerse themselves in the timeless words of one of the most influential figures of the ancient world.
