The Public Orations of Demosthenes, Volume 1

The Public Orations of Demosthenes, Volume 1 is a collection of political speeches by the Athenian statesman and orator Demosthenes, first published in 1930 and translated by Arthur Wallace Pickard. Written in the 4th century BC, these orations address critical political issues of ancient Athens, including wars, alliances, and democracy. The volume includes an introduction detailing Demosthenes' life, his rise as a champion of Athenian democracy, and the political landscape of his time, highlighting his efforts to inspire citizens against external threats, particularly from Macedonian power.