The Oration of Demosthenes: On the Crown [hardcover] J. T. Champlin

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The Oration of Demosthenes: On the Crown [hardcover] J. T. Champlin

SKU: VBe-024
Title of book: Demosthenes: On the Crown
Author: Edited by J. T. Champlin
Year of publication: 1853
Edition: Not specified
Printing: Not specified
Publisher name: James Munroe & Co.
Type of binding: Hardcover
Does it have a dust jacket? No
Does it have damage on the dust jacket or cover? No dust jacket, but the cover shows wear, particularly on the edges, corners, and spine.
Are the pages clean? Many pages have notes in pencil
Is there foxing? Not visible in the provided photos, but possible given the age of the book.
Description:
Demosthenes: On the Crown [hardcover] J. T. Champlin is an academic edition of one of the most famous speeches by the ancient Greek orator Demosthenes, delivered in defense of his political career against Aeschines. This speech is considered a masterpiece of oratory and a pivotal work in the study of classical rhetoric. Edited by J. T. Champlin, this edition, published in 1853, likely includes a detailed introduction and notes, making it suitable for use in academic settings, particularly for students and scholars of classical studies.

Genre and Sub-Genre:
The book falls within the Classics genre, with a specific focus on Ancient Greek Literature and Oratory. The sub-genre can be categorized as Political Speeches or Classical Rhetoric.

Condition Description:
The book is in fair to good condition for its age. The hardcover shows wear typical of a book over 150 years old, with some wear along the edges, corners, and spine. The interior pages appear clean, with no visible foxing, though annotations or inscriptions from previous owners may be present. The binding appears intact, though some weakness might be expected given the book’s age.