Lysias: Selected Speeches (1905)

By Lysias

Book Overview

Lysias: Selected Speeches (1905) is a book that contains a collection of speeches by the ancient Greek orator Lysias. The speeches are translated into English and selected for their historical significance and literary merit. Lysias was a prominent figure in Athens during the 5th century BCE and his speeches are considered some of the best examples of Attic Greek rhetoric. The book includes speeches on a variety of topics, including legal cases, political issues, and personal matters. The translator provides an introduction to Lysias' life and work, as well as notes and annotations to help readers understand the context and meaning of the speeches. This book is a valuable resource for students of ancient Greek history, literature, and rhetoric, as well as anyone interested in the art of public speaking.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164936794
• ISBN13: 9781164936794
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"