Puhe kunniaseppeleestä by Demosthenes

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Author Demosthenes, 385 BCE-323 BCE
Translator Snellman, Walter J.
Title Puhe kunniaseppeleestä
Note Translation of the speech known in English as "On the crown".
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Puhe kunniaseppeleestä" by Demosthenes is a classical rhetorical treatise written in the early 4th century BC. The work serves as a defense speech by the famed orator Demosthenes against political accusations, particularly in the context of his rivalry with Aiskhines. The opening portion of the text delves into the historical backdrop surrounding the political turmoil in ancient Greece, setting the stage for a narrative filled with themes of patriotism, democracy, and the moral obligations of citizenship. The beginning of this work introduces Demosthenes as he addresses the Athenian assembly in a courtroom setting, pleading for fairness in listening to his defense against Aiskhines. He acknowledges the emotional weight of the accusations against him, while simultaneously outlining his passion for public service and commitment to his city. The speaker expertly navigates through the complexities of their historical and political environment, laying a foundation for arguments that illustrate not only his own merits but also the dubious character of his opponent. This opening effectively portrays the tension between personal integrity and political machinations of the time, inviting the reader into a rich discourse of rhetoric and civic duty that defines classical Athenian society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Athens (Greece) -- Politics and government -- Early works to 1800
Subject Demosthenes -- Translations into Finnish
Subject Speeches, addresses, etc., Greek -- Translations into Finnish
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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