The Olynthiacs and the Phillippics of Demosthenes

In "The Olynthiacs and the Philippics of Demosthenes," the renowned Athenian orator presents a compelling call to action against the growing threat of Philip II of Macedon. The work is a masterclass in rhetoric, employing vivid imagery and emotional appeals to stimulate civic engagement and resistance among the Athenian populace. Composed at a time of political upheaval and imminent danger, these ...