Speeches From Thucydides: With An Introduction And Notes (1873)

Speeches From Thucydides: With An Introduction And Notes is a book written by Thucydides in 1873. The book is a collection of speeches from Thucydides, a Greek historian and general who lived in the 5th century BC. The speeches in the book were originally delivered by various historical figures during the Peloponnesian War, which was fought between Athens and Sparta from 431 to 404 BC. The book includes an introduction and notes by the author, providing context and analysis for the speeches. The introduction discusses the historical background of the Peloponnesian War and Thucydides' role as a historian. The notes provide further explanation and analysis of the speeches, including their rhetorical techniques and historical significance.The speeches in the book cover a range of topics, including politics, war strategy, diplomacy, and morality. Some of the most famous speeches in the book include Pericles' Funeral Oration, which he delivered in honor of Athenian soldiers who died in battle, and the Melian Dialogue, which is a debate between the Athenians and the people of Melos about surrendering to Athens.Overall, Speeches From Thucydides: With An Introduction And Notes is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek history or the art of public speaking. The book provides insight into the political and social climate of ancient Greece, as well as the rhetorical strategies used by historical figures to persuade and influence their audiences.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.