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Demosthenes : statesman and orator /

Demosthenes is still quoted in speeches by modern politicians, and is often viewed as the supreme example of the patriot. This book examines why his speeches came to be regarded so highly and asks whether his reputation is justified.

Detalles Bibliográficos
Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Otros Autores: Worthington, Ian
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: London ; New York : Routledge, 2000.
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Acceso en línea:Texto completo
Descripción
Sumario:Demosthenes is still quoted in speeches by modern politicians, and is often viewed as the supreme example of the patriot. This book examines why his speeches came to be regarded so highly and asks whether his reputation is justified.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xiv, 289 pages)
Bibliografía:Includes bibliographical references (pages 272-285) and index.
ISBN:0203256093
9780203256091
0203187695
9780203187692
9780415204569
0415204569
9780415204576
0415204577
1280354690
9781280354694
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9781134628926