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This volume presents the first part of Demosthenes's orations against Philip of Macedon, offering invaluable insight into the political climate of ancient Greece. Comprising the first and second Philippics, along with the Olynthiac orations, this collection showcases Demosthenes's powerful rhetoric and urgent appeals to the Athenian people to resist Philip's expansionist ambitions. Edited with meticulous care, this edition provides readers with a clear understanding of the historical context and the nuances of Demosthenes's arguments. "Orations against Philip" remains a vital resource for students of classical history, political science, and rhetoric, highlighting the timeless relevance of Demosthenes's warnings against tyranny and the importance of civic engagement. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.