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Greek Orator Demosthenes

Demosthenes was 'de most' famous of orators in ancient Greece!

His "Philippics" attacking King Philip of Macedonia is considered a masterpiece!

History recorded this and many other of his incisive orations,

For which he received well-deserved thunderous 'ovulations'!

(Written with considerable tongue in cheek!)

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Maurice Rigoler

Date: 8/3/2020 12:07:00 PM

It is said, if true, that to improve his speaking ability he (or his mother) put pebbles in his mouth. Cicero was Rome's greatest orator. Unfortunately he may have spoken too much. He was beheaded and also had his hands cut off – to ensure he'd never write again. / M

Panagiota Romios

Date: 5/22/2020 1:05:00 PM

Excellent write my friend! You are one, very sharp and witty Poet. Loved this Panagiota xoxo

David Mchattie

Date: 5/19/2020 1:16:00 AM

He was a rock star of the ancient world. I wonder what news organisation he would work for? Speaking truth to power seems to be in short supply these days. Have a good night my friend.

Robert L. Hinshaw
Date: 5/19/2020 11:15:00 AM

Thank you for stopping by, David. Yep, we sure could use Demos truth today! Just read your "The Nuckleberry". A masterpiece by the Master of Verse! Please keep writing for our reading delight and best to you as you continue your poetic journey - Bob H