| 单词 | Alcibiades |
| 例句 | As a young man, Alcibiades was incapacitated by a fear of public speaking. “Stage fright”: Mark Twain coined the term and gave Tom Sawyer a bad case of it 2015-06-21T04:00:00Z The defense team takes the floor, headed off by criminal defense attorney Eddie Hayes, who pronounces ancient names such as Meletus and Alcibiades with a thick Queens accent. Greeks Bearing Rifts: Socrates Goes Back on Trial 2011-05-17T11:20:00Z The other steadfast friend, the soldier Alcibiades, has been vastly rejiggered in an attempt to give the play a timely hook. Review: Shakespeare’s ‘Timon’ Gets an Occupy Athens Makeover 2020-01-19T05:00:00Z According to a story told by Carl Jung, it took place in ancient Athens, where Socrates was grooming his protégé Alcibiades to be the most celebrated orator and statesman of his time. “Stage fright”: Mark Twain coined the term and gave Tom Sawyer a bad case of it 2015-06-21T04:00:00Z When Alcibiades answered no and then no again, Socrates demanded, “Then why should you be afraid of the people of Athens? They consist of those people, they are nothing but faces.” “Stage fright”: Mark Twain coined the term and gave Tom Sawyer a bad case of it 2015-06-21T04:00:00Z A slim subplot, concerning a celebrated military officer, Maboud Ebrahimzadeh’s Alcibiades, who is himself banished from decadent Athens, feels insubstantial and contributes to the sense of a play in a raw state. Review | Shakespeare’s ‘Timon of Athens’ takes a rare Washington bow 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z When Timon learns of his plans, he leaps into perhaps the most repellent of his tirades, urging Alcibiades to show no remorse, and even goes so far as to suggest making mincemeat of innocent babes. | 'Timon of Athens': A Dinner of Water and Stones for Those Friends Who Don?t Come Through 2011-03-02T03:01:04Z Just as the campaign began in 415 BCE, Alcibiades’s political enemies in Athens accused him of impiety and treason, and he fled to Sparta to avoid a trial. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z Given Socrates’ talents as an interlocutor, Pigliucci asks why he failed to educate the handsome, rich and powerful Alcibiades to become a better statesman. Review | Self-help philosophy, inspired by Socrates, that avoids hard questions 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z British Idiom had won a maiden sprint at Saratoga and then the Grade I Alcibiades around two turns last month at Keeneland. Racing! How about 45-1, 28-1 and 39-1 2019-11-02T04:00:00Z Here she is in action, winning the Grade 1 Alcibiades Stakes: Breeders' Cup 2019: day one – live! 2019-11-01T04:00:00Z “For the longest time you couldn’t sell a single brick in this town,” says Alcibiades Escué, the mayor. Unlearning war 2016-08-25T04:00:00Z In exile, Alcibiades convinced the Spartans to invade Attica again, now that Athens had been weakened by the disaster in Syracuse. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z The failure to educate Alcibiades leads Pigliucci to a series of sketches about how challenging and important it is to try to improve the character of political leaders. Review | Self-help philosophy, inspired by Socrates, that avoids hard questions 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Mr. Stuttard is currently writing a biography of Alcibiades for Harvard University Press. The Strange Rites of the Ancient Olympics 2016-07-29T04:00:00Z Silly, sweet and sad all at once, Alcibiades’ speech is a reminder that every idealistic philosophy of love is inadequate to the actual torment of loving. Heartbroken? Here’s a reading list to wallow in this Valentine’s Day. 2016-02-12T05:00:00Z But there are crucial differences between Timon's Athens and the London of 2012: there is a powerful mob in Shakespeare's play, with a capable leader – Alcibiades. Timon of Athens: the power of money 2012-07-20T14:58:20Z His questioning often embarrassed powerful people in Athens and made enemies, while his disciples included the politician Alcibiades and even some who had opposed Athenian democracy. World History: to 1500 2023-04-19T00:00:00Z Alcibiades liked wealth and power, which Pigliucci, following Socrates, doesn’t believe are the most important things. Review | Self-help philosophy, inspired by Socrates, that avoids hard questions 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z But Alcibiades was far from the most controversial entrant in the chariot race. The Strange Rites of the Ancient Olympics 2016-07-29T04:00:00Z Returning to Brunswick, where he was very unpopular, he soon quarrelled with his subjects both on political and religious questions, while his duchy was ravaged by Albert Alcibiades, prince of Bayreuth. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" 2012-04-14T02:00:23.707Z When Timon, in the wilderness, encounters Alcibiades's troops – whom Hytner supplies with baseball bats and Molotovs – he uses gold to corrupt their revolt. Timon of Athens: the power of money 2012-07-20T14:58:20Z This tradition, together with the advice of Alcibiades, led the Spartans to fortify Decelea as a basis for permanent occupation in Attica during the later years of the Peloponnesian War, from 413-404 B.C. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 10 "David, St" to "Demidov" 2012-02-17T03:00:33.923Z So, why did Socrates remain so attached to Alcibiades? Review | Self-help philosophy, inspired by Socrates, that avoids hard questions 2022-10-13T04:00:00Z Alcibiades says that many people think her language as pure and elegant as Pericles, and Pericles says she was never seen out of temper or forgetful of what argument to urge first and most forcibly. Browning and His Century 2012-02-15T03:00:39.033Z To mark off the distinction between vanity and pride on the one hand and dignity on the other, the teacher may contrast in detail the lives of Alcibiades and Socrates. The Moral Instruction of Children 2012-02-02T03:04:33.057Z Alcibiades, Wembley Park.—If you must play golf on Sunday, I call it nothing short of hypocritical to go down to the links in a tall hat. Mr. Punch's Golf Stories 2012-01-28T03:00:25.907Z But does that make any more difference in the life of the flesh to-day than in the time of Alcibiades? Atlantic Classics, Second Series 2011-12-09T03:00:20.203Z He has been charged, too, with failure to do justice to the statesmanship of Alcibiades.29 There are cases, undoubtedly, in which the balance of recent opinion will be adverse to the view of Thucydides. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 4 "Grasshopper" to "Greek Language" 2011-11-28T03:00:19.517Z During the intervals of peace in the Peloponnesian war, Alcibiades, about four hundred and fifty years before Christ, persuaded its inhabitants to build long walls down to the sea. Incidents of Travel in Greece, Turkey, Russia, and Poland, Vol. I (of 2) 2011-11-01T02:00:22.197Z For this purpose he took Albert Alcibiades into his service, but after a stubborn fight his troops were compelled to retreat in January 1553. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 8 "Germany" to "Gibson, William" 2011-10-05T02:00:17.763Z Alcibiades, one of their own countrymen, offended against their laws, and was condemned to expiate the offence with his life. Mind Amongst the Spindles 2011-09-20T02:00:13.677Z But Alcibiades, Socrates, Pericles, and the rest take their stand in Greek fable. Atlantic Classics, Second Series 2011-12-09T03:00:20.203Z Of Agatharchus of Athens we learn that he painted, under compulsion, the interior of the house of Alcibiades. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 4 "Grasshopper" to "Greek Language" 2011-11-28T03:00:19.517Z Alcibiades on one occasion entered seven four-horse chariots in the Olympic games, and carried off the first, second and third prizes. The Student's Mythology A Compendium of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Assyrian, Persian, Hindoo, Chinese, Thibetian, Scandinavian, Celtic, Aztec, and Peruvian Mythologies 2011-09-12T02:00:29.450Z Remember Alcibiades, the beloved pupil of the wisest of all mortals. Limbo and Other Essays To which is now added Ariadne in Mantua 2011-08-25T02:00:33.233Z We can fancy how Pericles, or even Alcibiades, would have loathed a spectacle that Augustus tolerated and Trajan patronized. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4 "G" to "Gaskell, Elizabeth" 2011-08-24T02:00:20.690Z Alcibiades had no apprehension of being confounded with the vulgar. The Locusts' Years 2011-08-16T02:00:41.777Z And all the rest drink a large goblet holding eight cotylæ, using as an excuse that Alcibiades has led them on; not like the men in Homer— But when they drank, and satisfied their soul. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z The poet Euripides celebrated this victory, and Alcibiades, after offering solemn sacrifices to Jupiter, feasted the entire multitude assembled to witness the games. The Student's Mythology A Compendium of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Assyrian, Persian, Hindoo, Chinese, Thibetian, Scandinavian, Celtic, Aztec, and Peruvian Mythologies 2011-09-12T02:00:29.450Z And, for a beginning,—say the Alcibiades of the earlier Dialogues. Tablets 2011-07-25T02:00:17.487Z Alcibiades, when setting forth his services to the state, puts first his victory at Olympia, and the prestige he had won for Athens by his magnificent display. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 4 "G" to "Gaskell, Elizabeth" 2011-08-24T02:00:20.690Z What made Alcibiades a power in Athens but his good looks? Crying for the Light, Vol. 3 [of 3] or Fifty Years Ago 2011-07-23T02:00:11.900Z But Duris, in his treatise on Euripides and Sophocles, says that Alcibiades learnt music, not of any ordinary master, but of Pronomus, who had the very highest reputation in that line. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z Alcibiades was accused of this sacrilege, and was obliged to take refuge in Cergos from the indignation of the people. The Student's Mythology A Compendium of Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Assyrian, Persian, Hindoo, Chinese, Thibetian, Scandinavian, Celtic, Aztec, and Peruvian Mythologies 2011-09-12T02:00:29.450Z Theramenes, an Athenian philosopher and general of the time of Alcibiades. p. The Browning Cyclop?dia A Guide to the Study of the Works of Robert Browning 2011-07-16T02:00:19.397Z “Alcibiades, when I was your age, I talked just the way you are talking,” – Pericles. Should Jesus and Mark Zuckerberg Be Barred From the White House? 2011-06-15T02:45:22Z Lovelace, on the contrary, is a quite different man, a mere vain Alcibiades, whom a position in the State or a nuptial one might half amend. The Invisible Lodge 2011-06-09T02:00:19.470Z And Plato's banquet is full of mockers, cavilling at one another; for I say nothing of the digression about Alcibiades. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z But one day a sudden impulse put it into her head to ask his Christian name, as yet unknown to her, and he quietly answered that it was Alcibiades. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z For instance, Alcibiades lied forth a prophecy of the conquest of Sicily. Flower, Fruit, and Thorn Pieces; or, the Wedded Life, Death, and Marriage of Firmian Stanislaus Siebenkaes, Parish Advocate in the Burgh of Kuhschnappel. 2011-05-20T02:00:42.297Z But, Alcibiades of the clubs, remember that it is not the pulling which makes the dishonor. From the Easy Chair, series 3 2011-05-14T02:00:12.237Z The pet of the Athenian mob, the gay and graceful Alcibiades, fought against the Sicilians in vain. Cities of the Dawn 2011-05-13T02:00:10.047Z But Plato's Socrates says that he was present at Potidæa, and that he yielded the prize of preeminent valour to Alcibiades on that occasion. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z The family discomfort came to a climax on the day before the wedding, when the great Alcibiades Smith himself and his wife made their appearance at Royalston. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z “History,” said Aristotle, “tells what Alcibiades did, poetry what he ought to have done.” Browning and the Dramatic Monologue 2011-04-30T02:00:14.330Z The Suppliant Women points towards peace, and the true policy of Alcibiades was to make peace impossible. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z The present town is comparatively new; many of its more ancient remains are covered with lava; among them the theatre, from which it is probable Alcibiades addressed the people in b.c. Cities of the Dawn 2011-05-13T02:00:10.047Z It seems to me you are come from your pursuit of Alcibiades's beauty. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z But the card was tightly crushed up in Margaret's hand; she was not going to have "Alcibiades" exclaimed over. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z But a more probable date is 420 B.C., when, through the agency of Alcibiades, Athens and Argos concluded a defensive alliance. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 8 "Ethiopia" to "Evangelical Association" 2011-03-05T03:00:24.537Z We have also one doubtful external record of our poet's temporary faith in Alcibiades. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z It is at the conclusion of the Symposium, and is part of Alcibiades's tribute to Socrates and his speeches. The Literature of Ecstasy 2011-02-16T03:00:39.843Z But in his Axiochus he runs Alcibiades down with great bitterness, as a drunkard, and a man always running after other men's wives. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z She foresaw that, as two negatives make an affirmative, Mr. and Mrs. Alcibiades Smith, Jr., might yet be worthy of the honor of her acquaintance. Boston Neighbours In Town and Out 2011-05-24T02:00:13.567Z Alcibiades did not appear in answer to the charge, and he was condemned in his absence, an order being made that his goods were to be confiscated. The Eleusinian Mysteries and Rites 2011-01-28T03:00:23.447Z Alcibiades, so far as one can understand him at all from our fragmentary and anecdotal records, must have been something like a Lord Byron on a grand scale, turned soldier and statesman instead of poet. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z An actual emotional account of the deeds and character of Alcibiades is poetry, as you will observe by reading Plutarch. The Literature of Ecstasy 2011-02-16T03:00:39.843Z For just look at the reveller Alcibiades, how unbecomingly he behaves. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z "Are you sure of that, my Alcibiades?" says I, skeptically. The Orpheus C. Kerr Papers. Series 2 2010-12-28T03:00:18.560Z Proclus, in his Commentary on Alcibiades, says: "In the most holy of the Mysteries, before the presence of the god, certain terrestrial demons are hurled forth, which call the attention from undefiled advantages to matter." The Eleusinian Mysteries and Rites 2011-01-28T03:00:23.447Z Alcibiades succeeded in getting Sparta convicted of a violation of this truce, and consequently excluded from the Festival, which was a marked blow at her prestige. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z I wish to give, besides the above passage, as an illustration of Plato's own prose poetry, part of a speech by Alcibiades. The Literature of Ecstasy 2011-02-16T03:00:39.843Z But he himself is not hunted, as Plato says, having nets spread for him by Alcibiades. The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z And Augustus, if he may have indulged in impious revels in his youth, which recall the wanton freaks of Alcibiades,2722 had two great characteristics of the old Roman mind, formalism and superstition. Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius A youth named Pheidippides—obviously meant for Alcibiades—is sent by his father to Socrates to be cured of his dissolute propensities. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 5 "Arculf" to "Armour, Philip" Long before the date of the Frogs Alcibiades had probably grown to be in the mind of Euripides the very type and symbol of the evil times. Euripedes and His Age 2011-03-05T03:00:26.617Z Socrates, himself, thinks the speech is delivered to create trouble between him and Agathon, of whom Alcibiades is jealous. The Literature of Ecstasy 2011-02-16T03:00:39.843Z And how was it that he yielded to Alcibiades the prize of preeminent valour, who had absolutely never joined in this expedition at all? The Deipnosophists, or Banquet of the Learned of Athen?us 2011-08-02T02:00:21.843Z He took an active part in public affairs, and was four times exiled; the first time along with Alcibiades, for profaning the Eleusinian mysteries. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 2 Amiel to Atrauli "He has seen the 'Alcibiades,'" exclaimed Billy, eagerly. The Fortunes Of Glencore Socrates, with sly humor, is humbling the self-sufficient Alcibiades that he may rouse him to loftier aspirations. The Library and Society Reprints of Papers and Addresses We cannot say with Aristotle that history tells what Alcibiades actually did, while poetry would tell what any man would do. The Literature of Ecstasy 2011-02-16T03:00:39.843Z One of the pink bonnets crowned Fitz-Roy with a wreath of flowers; he looked—less the intellect—as handsome as Alcibiades. Harper's New Monthly Magazine, No. V, October, 1850, Volume I. But Socrates was not responsible for the misdeeds of Alcibiades, and his general influence upon the Athenian youth was the very opposite of corrupting. A Critical History of Greek Philosophy "Well— I confess I'm curious to see how a 'reformed Alcibiades' would dance...." she said, still smiling. Shadows of Flames A Novel Alcibiades, with swimming eyes, echoed in a little moan of true love the question: “How could they?” Man and Maid As the curled and scented hair of Alcibiades occurs to our mind, so shall Beau Nash manage his clouded cane. English Costume Like his prototype, the Athenian Alcibiades, he was a devotee now to wine, woman, song, now to the strenuous life of a brave soldier and heroic patriot. Women of the Teutonic Nations Woman: In all ages and in all countries Vol. 8 (of 10) We mean Apelles with his pencil, Phidias with his chisel, Alcibiades with his sword. Caxton's Book: A Collection of Essays, Poems, Tales, and Sketches. With dextrous sleight of hand, Alcibiades made it appear as though his "quail" were angrily demanding a drink from the inverted goblet. Shadows of Flames A Novel “But he must be very old—when your Uncle Reggie was a boy——” “I mean when Alcibiades was a boy.” Man and Maid He ignores the biographies of the Spartan kings, the institutions of Crete, the Theban Sacred Band, the dialogues of Plato, the anecdotes related about Pheidias, Sophocles, Pindar, Demosthenes, Alcibiades, and so forth. A Problem in Modern Ethics being an inquiry into the phenomenon of sexual inversion, addressed especially to Medical Psychologists and Jurists This is called 'The Actions of Alcibiades:' Alcibiades, brilliant, careless, dashing, engaging fop, guarded Hellas in jeopardy, king-like led many nobles on. Hildegarde's Harvest Alcibiades met her, caught her in his arms and, to the applause of the wittiest people in the world, carried her triumphantly home. Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern The dance ends in a mad, drunken whirl, in which Alcibiades crowns the pheasant with his wreath, and they collapse together upon the floor in a maudlin heap. Shadows of Flames A Novel The Aunt was enchanted, but, on the subject of Alcibiades, adamant. Man and Maid Hunchback To all that in your flesh have stood And blessed, I give my gratitude, Honoured by all in their degrees, But most to Alcibiades. The Wild Swans at Coole Manuel had a cousin, Andronicus, who was even more of a voluptuary than he--one whose career as a soldier of fortune and as a heartless roué marks him as the Byzantine Alcibiades. Women of Early Christianity But his projection of the drunken Alcibiades into the gravity of the Banquet is significant. Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern Alcibiades can no longer resist temptation, thus seeing a mere fowl take its fill. Shadows of Flames A Novel “Everything?” said he—and he stroked the not resentful neck of Alcibiades; “this good little beast isn’t in the market, I’m afraid?” Man and Maid In 411 he helped to put down the Four Hundred, and was instrumental in procuring the recall of Alcibiades. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 7, Slice 6 "Coucy-le-Château" to "Crocodile" Plutarch tells us that Alcibiades lisped and that it gave a grace and persuasiveness to his discourse. Seeds of Pine A little later the voice of Alcibiades was heard resounding through the court. Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern Alcibiades was evidently refusing all invitations to drink from many invisible comrades.... Shadows of Flames A Novel Alcibiades stood up with his paws on her arm. Man and Maid The saddest incident of this marital inequality that we find in Greek literature is the story of Alcibiades's wife, Hipparete, and her case shows how difficult it was for a wife to assert her rights. Greek Women Alcibiades said, "Yes, for they bring me eggs and goslings." Library of the World's Best literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 12 The wife of the wicked and winning Alcibiades went on such an errand. Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern When Socrates gave the list of the things that Alcibiades had learned, Alcibiades could add to it no other even nominal accomplishment, and what a meagre, short catalogue it was! The Intellectual Life Next time Alcibiades returned he dragged a half yard of fine chain. Man and Maid There are a few exceptional cases of self-sacrificing devotion, as of Le�na, and of Timandra, who stood by Alcibiades in all his misfortune, but their exceeding rarity proves the rule. Greek Women There too, it is said, he was pre-eminent in valor, but gave up the prize to Alcibiades, of whom he is stated to have been very fond. Library of the World's Best literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 12 Aristophanes and Alcibiades came in a later and more brilliant epoch. Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern What English parent, in easy circumstances, would be content that his son should have the education of Alcibiades, or an education accurately corresponding to that of Horace, or to that which sufficed for Shakespeare? The Intellectual Life Alcibiades being promised a walk later, consented to wait, trifling with a bone, in silence and the coal cellar. Man and Maid The elder and indisputably more famous of the two was the daughter of that het�ra, Timandra, who remained faithful to Alcibiades in his evil fortunes. Greek Women Alcibiades is replaced by the Mark Antony of Cicero's Philippic. A Problem in Greek Ethics Being an inquiry into the phenomenon of sexual inversion Then at once, massively crowned with flowers, half supported by a flute girl, Alcibiades, ribald and importunate, staggered in. Historia Amoris: A History of Love, Ancient and Modern An English education 118 equivalent to that of Alcibiades would therefore consist of reading and writing, wrestling and guitar-playing, the last accomplishment being limited to very simple music. The Intellectual Life “I am afraid I shall see him,” she told herself; “but,” she added, “I am much more afraid that my aunt will see Alcibiades.” Man and Maid Alcibiades in politics and Byron in literature are among its most conspicuous examples. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 93, July, 1865 The curious tale told about Alcibiades points in this direction. A Problem in Greek Ethics Being an inquiry into the phenomenon of sexual inversion Neither Antony nor Pericles, but Alcibiades is his classical prototype. An Ocean Tramp Simply to speak Greek, ἑλληνίζειν, was really then the most precious of all accomplishments, and the fact that Alcibiades came by it easily does not lessen its value. The Intellectual Life Alcibiades was not there! he had not come! Man and Maid If we turn from Alcibiades the politician to Byron the poet, we have a no less memorable instance of intellectual power early linked with moral perversity and completely bewitched and bedevilled by presumptuous egotism. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 93, July, 1865 Agatho and Socrates, Aristophanes and Alcibiades, 273the picked men of ancient Athens; lying comfortably on their couches with the food before them and inviting their souls with wine. Shadow Mountain Mitford cites Broome, Ode on Melancholy: "While round stern ministers of fate, Pain and Disease and Sorrow, wait;" and Otway, Alcibiades, v. Select Poems of Thomas Gray The γράμματα which Alcibiades had learned with a master meant reading and writing, for he expressly says later on, that as for speaking Greek, έλληνίζειν, he learned that of no other master than the people. The Intellectual Life The conviction that the master of Alcibiades would be the last to appreciate the new attachment of his dog comforted her a little; but for all that the day was grey, life seemed well-nigh worthless. Man and Maid In Nero and Caligula, in Alcibiades and Byron, in Robespierre and St. Just, we have attempted to sketch the leading perversions of youthful energy and intelligence. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 93, July, 1865 The great leaders of Greece—Alcibiades, Aristides, and so on—threw open their orchards to the people. Amaryllis at the Fair For in these brief words are compressed the experiences of the best lives, and Alcibiades and Zeno might equally profit by them. Continental Monthly, Vol. III, No IV, April 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy “Some talk of Alexander, and some of Pericles, Of Conon and Lysander, and Alcibiades; But of all the gallant heroes, there ’s none for to compare, With my ri-fol-de-riddle-iddle-lol to the British grenadier!” The Comic Latin Grammar A new and facetious introduction to the Latin tongue He is tired of meeting me; he has locked Alcibiades up. Man and Maid Was there no evil in what afflicted Alcibiades thus? The Academic Questions, Treatise De Finibus, and Tusculan Disputations, of M.T. Cicero, With a Sketch of the Greek Philosophers Mentioned by Cicero What are Miltiades, Pericles, or Alcibiades to him? Orthodoxy: Its Truths And Errors When Alcibiades was a child, he was one day playing at dice with other boys in the street; a loaded waggon came up just as it was his turn to throw. Practical Education, Volume I There cannot be much doubt but that Alcibiades got more enjoyment out of life than Diogenes. Ave Roma Immortalis, Vol. 2 Studies from the Chronicles of Rome And Alcibiades was tied up in the back-kitchen to the wheel of the patent mangle; he howled without ceasing. Man and Maid What, then—did not the grief of Alcibiades proceed from the defects and evils of the mind? The Academic Questions, Treatise De Finibus, and Tusculan Disputations, of M.T. Cicero, With a Sketch of the Greek Philosophers Mentioned by Cicero The disgrace of Alcibiades proceeded from the same cause. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians, Macedonians and Grecians (Vol. 1 of 6) Perhaps, at the time when he showed this energy about a game at dice, Alcibiades might have been a saunterer at his book, and a foolish schoolmaster might have made him a dunce. Practical Education, Volume I She had read of Alcibiades, of men who were not fragmentary. Too Old for Dolls A Novel So kindly, yet strongly, did she urge her point that Alcibiades, tied to the leg of the kitchen table, consented to sleep quietly for the rest of the night. Man and Maid An example is the historic trial of Alcibiades for profanation of the Mysteries. Atheism in Pagan Antiquity The passage is remarkable; for the same author assures us, that this was not only done when Alcibiades went to the Olympic games, but in all his military expeditions and journeys by land or sea. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians, Macedonians and Grecians (Vol. 1 of 6) "Is anything the matter with Alcibiades?" he asks. Harper's Young People, January 6, 1880 An Illustrated Weekly We have heard that Mr. Cowan affects the classics; we are sure, therefore, that he will thank us for reminding him of that familiar story out of Plutarch respecting Alcibiades. History of Woman Suffrage, Volume II To Alcibiades the bazaar was as much a festival as to any Tabby of them all. Man and Maid It might be that in this splendid boy, who was as beautiful as the Greek Alcibiades, and as brave as the young Bayard, lay the answer to all her prayers for her darling. The Dop Doctor Alcibiades travelled, he made use of four of the allied cities as his servants. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians, Macedonians and Grecians (Vol. 1 of 6) Alcibiades, be it known, is what the Professor always calls Ralph—"for short," he says. Harper's Young People, January 6, 1880 An Illustrated Weekly Being summoned by the Athenians out of Sicily to plead for his life, Alcibiades absconded, saying that that criminal was a fool who studied a defence when he might fly for it. Familiar Quotations A Collection of Passages, Phrases, and Proverbs Traced to Their Sources in Ancient and Modern Literature Quite unreasonably Judy felt that she did not want to sell Alcibiades as a present to any one’s mother. Man and Maid The magic power which he wielded, even over men of dissolute character, is strikingly depicted by Alcibiades in his speech at "the Banquet." Christianity and Greek Philosophy or, the relation between spontaneous and reflective thought in Greece and the positive teaching of Christ and His Apostles Alcibiades,157 after having sacrificed to the Olympian Jupiter, which was always the first care of the victor, treated the whole assembly. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians, Macedonians and Grecians (Vol. 1 of 6) He was not content with merely academic themes, such as Queen Elizabeth’s treatment of Mary Queen of Scots, or the policy of Alcibiades. Lord John Russell Shakespeare wrought the figure of Timon with as grave justice as he wrought Alcibiades. William Shakespeare “Well, then,” she said, “Alcibiades is for sale.” Man and Maid Unparalleled honors were bestowed upon the victor, especially in Sparta, and his influence, like that of Alcibiades, after the battle of Marathon, was unbounded. Ancient States and Empires But then Pericles and Alcibiades had no home that they could set above the interests of the State. Modern Women and What is Said of Them A Reprint of A Series of Articles in the Saturday Review (1868) Alcibiades!" shouted Hardy; "you fresh from Rugby, and not know your Thucydides better than that? Tom Brown at Oxford Alcibiades makes war on his city because others have not the rough-and-ready large practical justice of men used to knocks. William Shakespeare She did not quite believe that Alcibiades would soon forget her—but if he did——? Man and Maid It was in this unsettled state of things, when all the late contending States were insincere and vacillating, that Alcibiades stood forth as a party leader. Ancient States and Empires We can hardly conceive Pericles or even Alcibiades applying for leave of absence on the ground of "private affairs." Modern Women and What is Said of Them A Reprint of A Series of Articles in the Saturday Review (1868) "Well, but you've made Alcibiades nearly the smallest of the whole lot," said Tom. Tom Brown at Oxford Alcibiades of Athens, finding a like ingratitude in the State, openly makes war upon it, reduces it to his own terms, and rules it. William Shakespeare And she could not think of any polite way of saying no, though she knew just how terrible Alcibiades would make the final parting. Man and Maid The conduct of Alcibiades produced great disaffection at Athens. Ancient States and Empires He tries all, and all but the last are unsatisfactory, though, much as in the case of Alcibiades and Glicerie, the blue has a second chance, the results of which are not revealed. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 The occasion of it was as follows: Critias, the most powerful of these thirty tyrants, had formerly, as well as Alcibiades, been a disciple of Socrates. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 3 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History A swinging sea-bed, the undisputed invention of Alcibiades; but the modern name is derived from the Caribs. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. The Aunt and her pet Tabbies all day, a sound sleep, an early waking, a heavenly meeting with Alcibiades at the back door, the restoring of him to his master. Man and Maid To my mind, Alcibiades is the worst man in Grecian history, and not only personally disgraced by the worst vices, but his influence was disastrous on his country. Ancient States and Empires The most brilliant of these youths instantly retire before the invincible Alcibiades. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 Alcibiades was wounded in the battle, but was defended and rescued by his friend, who afterwards persuaded the generals to award to him the prize for valor. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality When they came out Alcibiades put on the Cynic's rags, leaving his own gay and costly apparel for the Cynic. Practical Ethics Since this solution left Alcibiades without a stain upon his faithful character, it ought to have been comforting, but it wasn’t. Man and Maid Alcibiades warmly seconded these envoys, and inflamed the people with his ambitious projects. Ancient States and Empires For a time Alcibiades behaves nobly, but somehow or other he finds that everybody knows the fact; he is treated by his lady-love with obvious superiority; and breaks with her. A History of the French Novel, Vol. 1 From the Beginning to 1800 Later, at the battle of Delium, Alcibiades protected and saved Socrates. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality One of these Cynics went to the baths with Alcibiades, the gayest of Athenian youths. Practical Ethics “You say you do—and—and yes, of course, I’m glad—but Alcibiades doesn’t love me any more.” Man and Maid Alcibiades, in reply, justified his extravagance at the Olympic games, where he contested with seven chariots, as a means to impress Sparta with the wealth and power of Athens, after a ten years' war. Ancient States and Empires Therefore, my Alcibiades, swear to the Franciscans that their grey-frocks shall not come within singeing distance of the fire.” Romola Unluckily for Athens, Socrates was not able to instil strong principles of virtue into the mind of the versatile Alcibiades. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality "Ah!" said Alcibiades; "so you care more what kind of clothes you wear than I do after all; for I can wear your clothes, but you cannot wear mine." Practical Ethics Alcibiades, the handsomest among the Grecians of his time, descended from ancestors remarkable for their beauty. The Physical Life of Woman: Advice to the Maiden, Wife and Mother Alcibiades had flattered the people that their city was mistress of the sea, and entitled to dominion over all the islands, and could easily prevail over any naval enemy. Ancient States and Empires Every instant I was delighted by some such phrases as these: "Themistocles, my love, don't fight," "Alcibiades, can't you sit still?" The World's Greatest Books — Volume 19 — Travel and Adventure Among those accused of this sacrilege was Alcibiades. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Alcibiades":— "We know him, out of Shakespeare's art, And those fine curses which he spoke; The old Timon, with his noble heart, That, strongly loathing, greatly broke. The History of "Punch" He wasn't nearly so bad as Alcibiades, but his mother lavished on him her maudlin love, and allowed the fallacy to grow in his mind concerning the divinity that doth hedge a king. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 He laid before the public assembly the terms which Alcibiades proposed. Ancient States and Empires And then he will go over the whole of the Eighth Book of Thucydides, and deluge the man, till before he is aware Miletus is captured, and Alcibiades is in exile the second time. Plutarch's Morals Afterwards, falling out with these tyrants, Alcibiades turned democrat again, was made admiral of the fleet, and wrought the ruin of the oligarchy which he had raised to power. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality In the midst of the battle, Alcibiades, who was very brave, rushed into the thick of the foe. The Story of the Greeks Through the influence of Socrates, the lawless Alcibiades was tamed and became almost a model citizen, although his head was hardly large enough for a philosopher. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 There the fleet was exposed to imminent danger, which was even seen by Alcibiades, in his forts opposite, on the Chersonese. Ancient States and Empires Upon the whole, it may be doubted whether there be a name of Antiquity which comes down with such a general charm as that of Alcibiades. The Works of Lord Byron. Vol. 5 Poetry It now became Alcibiades, a man whose career and character were much more like those of Themistocles of old than of the sedate and patriotic Pericles. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality As the Greeks all loved the Olympic games, Alcibiades was always seen there. The Story of the Greeks They became fast friends, and whenever the old man talked in the Agora, Alcibiades was on hand to keep order. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 He was the great opponent of Alcibiades, the oracle of the democracy—one of those memorable demagogues who made use of the people to forward his ambitious projects. Ancient States and Empires Swift has observed that Bolingbroke "had a great respect for the characters of Alcibiades and Petronius, especially the latter, whom he would gladly be thought to resemble." A History of the Four Georges, Volume I While numbers of high-born Athenians admired him for his extraordinary beauty of person, Socrates saw in him admirable qualities of mind, and loved him with a warm affection, which Alcibiades as warmly returned. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Then Alcibiades had the dog's tail cut off, and of course every one began to exclaim about that. The Story of the Greeks But the two men who loom largest in the life of Socrates are Alcibiades and Plato—characters very much unlike. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 The famous Alcibiades also served in the cavalry, and helped to protect Socrates in his retreat, after having bravely fought. Ancient States and Empires He came nearer at his worst to Petronius than at his best to Alcibiades. A History of the Four Georges, Volume I Yet nature had made Alcibiades, and nature's work is hard to undo. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality They were all very rich and prosperous, so Alcibiades told the Athenians that it would be a good plan to send out a fleet to conquer and annex them. The Story of the Greeks Alcibiades was twenty-one years old when we find him first. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 Alcibiades was publicly accused of having profaned and divulged the Eleusinian mysteries. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades, to do him justice, admired and understood virtue in others, however small the share of it he contrived to keep for himself. A History of the Four Georges, Volume I Like Socrates and Alcibiades, these two men were the warmest friends. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Alcibiades was such a favorite among rich and poor, that the Athenians would gladly have made him king. The Story of the Greeks Ever after Alcibiades had a thorough respect for Socrates. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 Here Alcibiades appeared with seven chariots, each with four horses, when the richest Greeks had hitherto possessed but one, and gained two prizes. Ancient States and Empires The character of the evil genius of the plot, Lord Rufus Doldrum, is partly modelled on Alcibiades, but in its main lines is reminiscent of Mrs. Eddy and Major Winston Churchill. Punch, or the London Charivari, Vol. 150, January 19, 1916 These were the historically famous Alcibiades and Socrates. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Nicias and his party opposed this plan; but when it was put to the vote, it was found that the eloquence of Alcibiades had prevailed. The Story of the Greeks When war came with Sparta and her allies in the Peloponnesus they enlisted, Socrates going as corporal and Alcibiades as captain. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 Alcibiades wished first to open negotiations with the Sikels, of the interior, to detach them from the aid of Syracuse. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades charmed, despite the patent evil he wrought, by his magical personal beauty and grace. Human Traits and their Social Significance Alcibiades was a leader in action, Socrates a leader in thought; thus they controlled the two great dominions of human affairs. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Alcibiades had no sooner sailed, however, than his enemies, grown bolder, began to talk louder, and soon convinced the people of his guilt. The Story of the Greeks However, he was no rowdy, like Alcibiades: he was suave, gracious, and elegant in all of his acts. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great Philosophers, Volume 8 Syracuse also sent envoys to Corinth and Sparta for aid, while Alcibiades, filled now with intense hatred of Athens, encouraged the Lacedæmonians to send a force to the Sicilian capital. Ancient States and Empires For the present, the recovery of some new and fairly extensive fragments of the Alcibiades of Aeschines of Sphettos is the chief addition to our sources of information. The Legacy of Greece Essays By: Gilbert Murray, W. R. Inge, J. Burnet, Sir T. L. Heath, D'arcy W. Thompson, Charles Singer, R. W. Livingston, A. Toynbee, A. E. Zimmern, Percy Gardner, Sir Reginald Blomfield Of these two, Socrates was vastly the nobler and higher, Alcibiades much the more specious and popular. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality In obedience to this advice, Alcibiades left the fleet, and, instead of going to Athens, went straight to Sparta, where he took up his abode. The Story of the Greeks Indeed the two objects were intimately connected with each other; for the prosecution of the enterprise, while full of prospective conquest to Athens, was yet more pregnant with future power and wealth to Alcibiades himself. The Best of the World's Classics, Vol. V (of X) - Great Britain and Ireland III The enterprise was started at the instance of Alcibiades. Ancient States and Empires When Alcibiades finished, Henry says, "Tell it to me over; it's a long story and important and I want to get it right." Mitch Miller Alcibiades was the Adonis of Athens, noted for his beauty, the charm of his manner, his winning personality, qualities which made all men his willing captives. Historic Tales, vol 10 (of 15) The Romance of Reality Alcibiades, however, flung himself down across the road, in front of his playthings, and dared the driver to come on. The Story of the Greeks Alcibiades his friend, talking with him about his wife, told him he wondered how he could bear such an everlasting scold in the same house with him. Architects of Fate or, Steps to Success and Power Alcibiades passed over to Miletus, and induced this city also to revolt. Ancient States and Empires So Alcibiades said, "Well, I know, but I came to you for advice." Mitch Miller He is now Captain Alcibiades Ajax Boggs, and all through me. The Poacher Joseph Rushbrook From the top of his promontory, Alcibiades saw the complete destruction of the Athenian fleet. The Story of the Greeks To this period, also, belong "Two Judgments," "Sketches of Rome," "Anacreon," "Alcibiades," and so forth. A Survey of Russian Literature, with Selections The Athenian fleet now reigned alone in the Propontis, the Bosphorus, and the Hellespont, and levied toll on all the ships passing through the straits, while Chrysopolis, opposite to Byzantium, was occupied by Alcibiades. Ancient States and Empires And so Alcibiades took out two dollars and handed it to Henry and waited for the advice. Mitch Miller I have the honour to be, Sir, your very obedient and humble servant, Alcibiades Ajax Boggs. The Poacher Joseph Rushbrook The Athenians suffered so sorely under the government which the Spartans had thus forced upon them, that they soon began to long for the return of Alcibiades, who, whatever his faults, was always generous. The Story of the Greeks In the which he showed himself a better citizen, than either Themistocles, or Alcibiades, in their like fortune and exile. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume I (of X) - Greece If Alcibiades had lent his vast talents to the building up of his native State, even then the fortunes of Athens might have been different. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades, his friend, talking with him about his wife, told him he wondered how he could bear such an everlasting scold in the same house with him. How to Succeed or, Stepping-Stones to Fame and Fortune Alcibiades, Socrates and, viii, 29; Nero compared with, viii, 71. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 14 Little Journeys to the Homes of Great Musicians He soon learned to dislike Alcibiades; but he saw how dearly the people loved the young man, and fancied that his faults must be owing to the bad advice of his teacher. The Story of the Greeks There can never be reconciliation between you and me," said Alcibiades; "but for the present I will defer your chastisement. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume I (of X) - Greece Aristides was inferior to both Alcibiades and Themistocles in genius, in resource, in boldness, and in energy; but superior in virtue, in public fidelity, and moral elevation. Ancient States and Empires No night went by but I had spent part of it in talking to Alcibiades, to Agesilas, or to others. Three French Moralists and The Gallantry of France Mr. Bevil was a tall and handsome young man, of a great family and great estate, who passed his life in an imitation of Count Alcibiades de Mirabel. Henrietta Temple A Love Story Alcibiades' pride, insolence, and treachery were rather the result of the constant flattery to which he had been exposed on the part of those who claimed to be his friends. The Story of the Greeks "Observe, my friends," said Alcibiades, "that my ingenious device will have no effect on Socrates, for he can drink any quantity of wine and not be at all nearer being drunk." The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume I (of X) - Greece Alcibiades, in commencing his political life, departed from his family traditions; for he was a relative of Pericles, and became a partisan of the oligarchal party. Ancient States and Empires The ostentatious licence and the unscrupulous conduct of the Alcibiades of the 17th century have been deservedly censured. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" Symmachus therefore adopted an aggressive attitude towards the great Church, and hence we may probably class him with Alcibiades who lived a little later. History of Dogma, Volume 1 (of 7) When Alcibiades grew a little older, he went to listen to the teachings of Socrates. The Story of the Greeks Alas," said Alcibiades, "how am I fooled by this man! The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume I (of X) - Greece The people of Argos, however, took the first occasion which was presented for regaining their power, assisted by an Athenian force under Alcibiades, and Argos once again became an ally of Athens. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades accused of the crime of divulging secrets of the Mysteries, 384-l. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Alcibiades of Apamea, one of their disciples, came from the East to Rome about 220-230, and endeavoured to spread the doctrines of the sect in the Roman Church. History of Dogma, Volume 1 (of 7) Unfortunately, however, Alcibiades could not pass all his time with the good philosopher, and when he left him it was to spend the rest of the day with his own class. The Story of the Greeks When Alcibiades had done speaking, there was a laugh at his plainness of speech, as he seemed to be still in love with Socrates. The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume I (of X) - Greece Having now gratified his revenge against Athens and lost the support of Sparta, Alcibiades now looked to his native country as the best field for his unprincipled ambition. Ancient States and Empires Andocides was accused of the same crime, as was Alcibiades, and both were cited to answer the charge before the inquisition at Athens, where the People were the Judges. Morals and Dogma of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry Some have thought the companion was not Alcibiades, but Xenophon. Raphael A Collection Of Fifteen Pictures And A Portrait Of The Painter With Introduction And Interpretation Alcibiades was shrewd enough, in spite of all his vanity, to understand that the people of Athens loved him principally because he was handsome and rich. The Story of the Greeks "The usual way," said Alcibiades; "where Socrates is, no one else has any chance with the fair, and now how readily has he invented a specious reason for attracting Agathon to himself!" The Best of the World's Classics, Restricted to prose. Volume I (of X) - Greece Then followed the political revolution which Alcibiades had planned, in conjunction with oligarchal conspirators. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades was rejected, as we learn from Plutarch's life of him, on account of his dissoluteness and insubordination in the city. The Destiny of the Soul A Critical History of the Doctrine of a Future Life Alcibiades is often mentioned in the dialogues of Plato, who also has preserved for us the great sayings of Socrates. Raphael A Collection Of Fifteen Pictures And A Portrait Of The Painter With Introduction And Interpretation Alcibiades was so merry and light-hearted that he treated even serious matters in a joking way. The Story of the Greeks Hence people of other countries purchased Lacedæmonian nurses for their children; and Alcibiades the Athenian is said to have been nursed by Amicla, a Spartan. Ideal Commonwealths The proposal of Alcibiades to change the constitution was listened to by the rich men, on whom the chief burden of the war had fallen. Ancient States and Empires Or, again, "Alcibiades is dead, but X is still with us"; the whole meaning of this 'exponible' is that X would be the lesser loss to society. Logic Deductive and Inductive Alcibiades was, as Socrates acknowledged, "the fairest and tallest of the citizens;" he was also "among the noblest of them," and the nephew of the powerful Athenian, Pericles. Raphael A Collection Of Fifteen Pictures And A Portrait Of The Painter With Introduction And Interpretation On another occasion the councilors were all waiting for Alcibiades to begin their proceedings. The Story of the Greeks A real Alcibiades, he loves pleasure, but never allows it to intrude on business. History of the Girondists, Volume I Personal Memoirs of the Patriots of the French Revolution Thus perished, through the intrigues of Alcibiades, the democracy of Athens. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades no longer—his frame wasted by vice—his spirits broken by pecuniary difficulties—Buckingham's importance visibly sank away. The Wits and Beaux of Society Volume 1 All these things, however, had lifted Alcibiades up; and with the vanity of youth, he was ambitious for a great oratorical career, without having in reality any sufficient preparation. Raphael A Collection Of Fifteen Pictures And A Portrait Of The Painter With Introduction And Interpretation This was of course very foolish; and if the driver had given him a few sharp cuts with his whip, it might have done Alcibiades a great deal of good. The Story of the Greeks My Alcibiades is so good-natured he never fights or hisses at my pigeons, and just now one of them lighted on his back, and picked up the barley that had fallen on his feathers. Infelice But whom God wishes to destroy, he first makes mad, and Alcibiades, it would seem, was the instrument by which Athens was humiliated and ruined as a political power. Ancient States and Empires However, some are brave, and all are beautiful, very much resembling the busts of Alcibiades:—the women not quite so handsome. Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 1 With His Letters and Journals Alcibiades seems to think that the ordinary subjects of oratory, such as questions of war and peace, justice and injustice, need no special knowledge but that learned of the people. Raphael A Collection Of Fifteen Pictures And A Portrait Of The Painter With Introduction And Interpretation In the presence of this wise man, Alcibiades forgot all his vanity and willfulness, talked sensibly, and showed himself well informed and kind-hearted. The Story of the Greeks For Critias was the most insatiable and cruel of all the thirty tyrants; and Alcibiades the most dissolute, the most insolent, and the most audacious citizen that ever the Republic had. The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates In considering the downfall of Athens, we perceive that the unfortunate Sicilian expedition which Alcibiades had stimulated proved the main cause. Ancient States and Empires And if you are writing about an Alcibiades whom you don't quite understand, you will save your readers some risk of confusion by calling him Charicles. Adventures in Criticism So little by little, as one question follows another, Alcibiades comes to see that the popular knowledge upon which he depends is a very weak and variable thing. Raphael A Collection Of Fifteen Pictures And A Portrait Of The Painter With Introduction And Interpretation Aristophanes disliked Alcibiades so much that he soon wrote a comedy called "The Clouds," in which he made fun of him. The Story of the Greeks “And tell me,” added Alcibiades, “do they ordain to do what is good, or what is ill?” The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates There was needed only a commanding demagogue, popular, brilliant, and unprincipled, to embroil Greece once more in war, and such a man was Alcibiades, who appeared upon the stage at the death of Cleon. Ancient States and Empires At this point Bonifacius Ritter, whom fortune had favoured in America beyond his most extravagant expectations, now entered, young, brisk, handsome, amiable as Alcibiades. Atlantis The sub-plot is concerned with Alcibiades and his army, and Timon himself is treated by the Senate as a man of great importance. Shakespearean Tragedy Lectures on Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth The Spartans, still under Alcibiades' instructions, now took and fortified the small town of Dec-e-le´a, only twelve miles from Athens. The Story of the Greeks “But what then is violence and injustice?” continued Alcibiades; “is it not when the strongest makes himself be obeyed by the weakest, not by consent, but by force only?” The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates The charge was denied by Alcibiades, who demanded an immediate trial. Ancient States and Empires He stood lost in admiration before the great borrowers of the world,—Alcibiades, Falstaff, Steele, and Sheridan; an incomparable quartette, to which might be added the shining names of William Godwin and Leigh Hunt. Americans and Others Besides, it is the tail of Alcibiades's dog,—not that I suppose you want either dog or tail. Life of Lord Byron, Vol. 3 With His Letters and Journals They recalled Alcibiades, and asked him to help them. The Story of the Greeks “It follows then,” says Alcibiades, “that ordinances made by a prince, without the consent of the citizens, will be absolutely unjust.” The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates The want of success on the coast of Asia led the Lacedæmonians to suspect Alcibiades of treachery. Ancient States and Empires For Instance, in his Timon, he turns Athens, which was a perfect Democracy, into an Aristocracy; while he ridiculously gives a Senator the Power of banishing Alcibiades. Preface to the Works of Shakespeare (1734) Did Alcibiades profit greatly by the conversation of Socrates? The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 14, No. 84, October, 1864 Alcibiades, waking up suddenly, tried to escape with his household; but no sooner had he reached the door than he found himself surrounded by enemies. The Story of the Greeks “Would to God,” cried Alcibiades, “I had been so happy as to have conversed with you then, when you understood these matters better.” The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates But they had no other security than the word of Alcibiades, that restless and unpatriotic schemer, that they would secure the assistance of Persia. Ancient States and Empires "If any one has been in love with the body of Alcibiades, that person has not been in love with Alcibiades," said she, reciting from memory. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 12, No. 72, October, 1863 "Alcibiades," said Miss Oliver on a sudden impulse, feeling for her purse. Nicky-Nan, Reservist Alcibiades quickly wrapped his cloak around his left arm to serve as a shield, and, seizing his sword in his right hand, rushed manfully out upon his foes. The Story of the Greeks “Why, he had the rashness,” answered Socrates, “to kiss the son of Alcibiades, who is so beautiful and charming.” The Memorable Thoughts of Socrates Alcibiades pursued still his double game with Persia and Athens. Ancient States and Empires The Athenians had sense, that is, felt the danger of their own fall, by the arms of Alcibiades. Notes to Shakespeare, Volume III: The Tragedies When Alcibiades embarked on his Sicilian expedition, it was said that Athens itself was sailing out of the Piraeus, never to return. Children of the Market Place His father had left him a large fortune; and, as Alcibiades was handsome, intelligent, and very high-spirited, he was made much of and greatly spoiled. The Story of the Greeks He produced in his earlier career Alcibiades and Don Carlos, and, later, The Orphan, and The Soldier's Fortune. English Literature, Considered as an Interpreter of English History Designed as a Manual of Instruction Meanwhile Alcibiades re-entered his native city in triumph, after eight years' exile, and was welcomed by all parties as the only man who had sufficient capacity to restore the fallen fortunes of Athens. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades is told, that his estate lies in a pitch'd field. Notes to Shakespeare, Volume III: The Tragedies Bulwer, to exhibit his own portrait, in the character of Alcibiades, painted by himself. Punch, or the London Charivari, Volume 1, September 5, 1841 Afraid to return to his native city, where he knew the people would blame him for their sufferings, Alcibiades fled. The Story of the Greeks Alcibiades had augurs and oracles devoted to his interests, who could induce the Athenians to agree to such a course as he desired. Ten Great Religions An Essay in Comparative Theology The victory, if they had pushed their success, would have completed the ruin of Athens, since her home fleet was destroyed, and that at Samos was detained by Alcibiades. Ancient States and Empires Alcibiades therefore replies, that his estate lies in defiled land. Notes to Shakespeare, Volume III: The Tragedies How he drew men to him—of the power he had—let Alcibiades bear witness. The Crest-Wave of Evolution A Course of Lectures in History, Given to the Graduates' Class in the Raja-Yoga College, Point Loma, in the College-Year 1918-19 "The Clouds" amused the Athenians for about twenty years; and when Alcibiades turned traitor, and caused the ruin of his country, the people still went to see it. The Story of the Greeks One old fellow—I call him Alcibiades, because he is so audacious—actually gnaws at our door, as if begging to be allowed to come in and join us. The Sunny Side of Diplomatic Life, 1875-1912 Nothing but war would have developed such men as Alcibiades and Lysander, and it is difficult to say which of the two brought the greatest dishonor on their respective States. Ancient States and Empires Such was the history of nearly all 'radicalism' and 'democracy' from the days of Cleon and Alcibiades down to the present time. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 1, No. 2, February, 1862 Devoted To Literature And National Policy And the democracy was still smarting from the wound; imposed on it by Critias and Charmides, understood to have been his disciples; and could not forget the treacheries of Alcibiades, another. The Crest-Wave of Evolution A Course of Lectures in History, Given to the Graduates' Class in the Raja-Yoga College, Point Loma, in the College-Year 1918-19 "If Alcibiades himself tried to woo me," he says, "and had bad teeth, his labor would be in vain." Studies in the Psychology of Sex, Volume 2 Sexual Inversion Isocrates informs us, that, before Alcibiades came to Lacedaemon, the Spartans, though they had a navy, expended little on it; but afterwards they increased it almost daily. A General History and Collection of Voyages and Travels - Volume 18 Historical Sketch of the Progress of Discovery, Navigation, and Commerce, from the Earliest Records to the Beginning of the Nineteenth Century, By William Stevenson And by Alcibiades too, over whom the wrath of Pericles must pause and brood ere it falls. The Correspondence of Thomas Carlyle and Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1834-1872, Vol. I I am as pagan as Alcibiades or as Phidias.... Evelyn Innes His feelings are as false as those of Alcibiades. Memoirs of Margaret Fuller Ossoli, Volume I Alcibiades, however, made his escape, and for years pursued a life of political intrigue against the Athenian government. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Yet who would for a moment compare his Pitt, his Goldsmith, or his William IV., as biography, with Plutarch's Alcibiades, or Cato the Censor? The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 11, No. 65, March, 1863 Alcibiades had a dog whose misfortune in losing his tail has been transmitted through centuries by the pen of Plutarch. The Last Leaf Observations, during Seventy-Five Years, of Men and Events in America and Europe Then did Socrates will Alcibiades to seeke out the situation of Athens, which when he found Socrates proceeded further and willed him to point out that plot of ground where his lands and lordships lay. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 1 Alcmeonidæ, a powerful Athenian family, of which Pericles and Alcibiades were members, who professed to be descended from Alcmæon, the grandson of Nestor. The Nuttall Encyclopædia Being a Concise and Comprehensive Dictionary of General Knowledge But at this moment dispatches arrived requiring the return of Alcibiades to stand trial. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History It begins well, with Alcibiades, but it ends with the Swiss giantess or the Polish dwarf, I forget which. Venetia That reckless classic scapegrace to his cynical fancy perhaps might pass, he might be Alcibiades, but who should be the dog? The Last Leaf Observations, during Seventy-Five Years, of Men and Events in America and Europe Alcibiades, having sought a long time and yet never the nearer, sayde to Socrates that his livings were not set forth in that table, nor any discription of his possession therein made evident. Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 1 How can we suppose those to be atheists who passed sentence upon Diagoras, Socrates, and Alcibiades for impiety! The Works of Samuel Johnson, Volume 05 Miscellaneous Pieces But, with her fleets away, Alcibiades inspired oligarchical intrigues in the city; a coup d'état gave the government to the leaders of a group of 400. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Whose wants virtue is compared to these False tables wrought by Alcibiades; Which noted well of all were found t've bin Most fair without, but most deformed within. Character Sketches of Romance, Fiction and the Drama, Vol. 1 A Revised American Edition of the Reader's Handbook "A mixture of Alcibiades and Bill Sykes," said Adelaide, catching the low tone, as she always did. The Happiest Time of Their Lives The talk began by a discussion of an antique statue, said to be the dog of Alcibiades, and valued at 1000_l_. Samuel Johnson “You seem like a man filled with the God, Socrates,” said Alcibiades. Phaethon Nevertheless, he, with Alcibiades and Lamachus, was appointed to command the expedition, which was prepared on a scale of unparalleled magnificence. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Alcibiades answers, That he should doubtless look upon such a Promise as the greatest Favour that he could bestow upon him. The Spectator, Volume 2. This charming Alcibiades always convinced them, after the wrestling was over, that he had not been thrown. Malbone: an Oldport Romance He was compared by obsequious flatterers to the Black Prince, to Alcibiades, to the young Caesar. The War in the Air But when I urged this on Alcibiades, his arguments seemed superior to mine.” Phaethon As the outcome, incited by the brilliant young Alcibiades, she resolved on the fatal Sicilian expedition. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History To both which Questions Alcibiades answers in the Negative. The Spectator, Volume 2. Agamemnon and Atreus, Theseus and Eurystheus, even Minos, about whom Herodotus has some doubts, are to him as real personages as Alcibiades or Gylippus. Essays and Lectures A brilliant young fellow by the name of Alcibiades had gained the favor of the popular assembly. The Story of Mankind I assented willingly; and Alcibiades, mincing and pouting, after his fashion, still was loath to refuse. Phaethon At Athens there was a stubborn determination to prepare for a desperate stand; but half the islanders were intriguing for Lacedæmonian or Persian aid in breaking free, while Alcibiades became extremely busy. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History But when will that Time come, says Alcibiades, and who is it that will instruct us? The Spectator, Volume 2. But about thirty days after, Alcibiades escaped from his keepers, and, having got a horse, fled to Clazomenae, where he procured Tisaphernes' additional disgrace by professing he was a party to his escape. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans But Alcibiades got mixed up in a street brawl and was forced to flee. The Story of Mankind Then I, laughing: “This hardly coincides, Alcibiades, with Protagoras’s opinion, that subjective truth was alone useful.” Phaethon The expedition, planned under command of Alcibiades and Nicias, was dispatched in spite of the startling mutilation of the Hermæ, a sacrilegious performance attributed to Alcibiades. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History It sounded odd to them to hear him compare Lord Beaconsfield with Alcibiades. Of Human Bondage As regards money, Alcibiades, we are told, was often guilty of procuring it by accepting bribes, and spent it in in luxury and dissipation. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Many illustrious Athenians—-Cimon, Miltiades, Alcibiades, the historian Thucydides—-traced their descent from Ajax. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 But tell me, Alcibiades, with what matters does religion deal?” Phaethon The scheme of Alcibiades, however, was adopted for gaining over the other Sicilian states in order to crush Syracuse. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History "Alcibiades never turned a prettier compliment," she remarked. The Damnation of Theron Ware Whilst they were parleying, and propositions making on one side and the other, Alcibiades's whole army came up to the town. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Alcibiades was now bent on returning to Athens, and he used his supposed influence with Tissaphernes to effect his purpose. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 S. “But may it not be possible that we, not having been initiated, like Alcibiades, into the Babylonian mysteries, have somewhat mistaken the meaning of that expression, ‘spirit of truth’? Phaethon The aggressive policy was vehemently advocated by Alcibiades, and opposed by Nicias. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Alcibiades has had no other interview than that one, of which the divine Phœbus sent a messenger to warn me in my sleep. Philothea A Grecian Romance Yet this policy, which engaged the city again in war, nevertheless placed it in a powerful and formidable position, by the accession, which Alcibiades obtained for it, of the alliance of Argos and Mantinea. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Agis had, indeed, a son Leotychides, but he was set aside as illegitimate, current rumour representing him as the son of Alcibiades. The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 “And for me also?” said Alcibiades; “but I have prepared my speech already.” Phaethon Of set purpose, however, the enemies of Alcibiades refused to bring him to trial. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History There was in Salamis a large mansion built by Eurysaces, the ancestor of Alcibiades, by whom it had been lately purchased, and repaired for a summer residence. Philothea A Grecian Romance This occasioned no damage to the Athenians, because Astyochus repeated his treachery, and revealed also this proposal to Alcibiades. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans The first time I saw courtesans I heard of Aspasia who sat on the knees of Alcibiades while discussing philosophy with Socrates. The Confession of a Child of the Century But tell me now, Alcibiades, did the opinion of Protagoras altogether please you?” Phaethon Phrynicus now came into prominence as a shrewd commander and a crafty politician, while the intricate intrigues of Alcibiades, whose great object was to recover his position at Athens, created perpetual confusion. The World's Greatest Books — Volume 11 — Ancient and Mediæval History Among other guests, he spoke of Alcibiades; and he is one that is always sure to stay late at his wine. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades divided his army so as to engage them both at once, and not only forced Pharnabazus to a dishonorable flight, but defeated Hippocrates, and killed him and a number of the soldiers with him. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans What honour to conquer a world Where Alcibiades failed, Lead half-drilled highland hordes Whose lust would inherit the wise? Georgian Poetry 1911-12 Alcibiades distinguishes, he says, between objective fact and subjective opinion?” Phaethon It is said to represent the favourite dog of Alcibiades, and to have been the production of Myson, one of the most skillful artists of ancient times. The Dog Alcibiades soon visited her, with an affectation of the most scrupulous respect, urging the plea of ardent love as an excuse for his proceedings. Philothea A Grecian Romance When the treaty was sworn to on both sides Alcibiades went against the Byzantines, who had revolted from the Athenians, and drew a line of circumvallation about the city. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans "No, Alcibiades," she answered, with a sweet little drawl; "but you do not observe that I am not the only lady in the room." The Vicar's Daughter “Certainly not,” said I; “why do you haggle so, Alcibiades?” Phaethon Like Lee, he left college for the stage, attempted as an actor, then turned dramatist, and produced his first tragedy, 'Alcibiades', in 1675, the year in which Lee produced also his first tragedy, 'Nero'. The Spectator, Volume 1 Eighteenth-Century Periodical Essays The proposal of Alcibiades was civilly declined; the promised sum paid to his faithless steward, and the necklace, given by Phidias, redeemed. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades was often of service to Athens, both as a soldier and as a commander. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans "I am Mrs. Percivale," I returned, almost mechanically, for the gentleman's two names had run together and were sounding in my head: Alcibiades Cromwell! The Vicar's Daughter S. “Then if Lyce, patting those soft cheeks of yours, were to say: ‘Alcibiades, thou art the fairest youth in Athens,’ she would speak by the spirit of truth?” Phaethon They were not at all startled by the proposal that they should eat their own words, for in dishonesty they were not behind Alcibiades himself, though they were no match for him in cunning. Stories from Thucydides Alcibiades, equally solicitous to obtain the painting, and to prolong the seclusion of Pandænus, and being then eager in another pursuit, readily consented to the terms proposed. Philothea A Grecian Romance How," said Alcibiades, "and do you employ your time in teaching children to read? Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Mr. Alcibiades Cromwell was sitting as I had left him, silent, by the side of his wife, whose blue-veined eyelids had apparently never been lifted from her large eyes. The Vicar's Daughter “Not a doubt of it,” said I, laughing, in spite of myself, at Alcibiades’s countenance. Phaethon The advice of Alcibiades, thus tendered in the garb of political wisdom, was of fatal and ruinous tendency, and in direct opposition to the oft-repeated warnings of Pericles. Stories from Thucydides "One of the slaves whose modesty Alcibiades had insulted." p. Philothea A Grecian Romance Nay, there were a good many who were, even then, possessed with that unblessed and inauspicious passion for Sicily, which afterward the orators of Alcibiades's party blew up into a flame. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans This splendid creature, a modern Alcibiades in gifts of mind and graces, soon heard, amongst his other triumphs, how a rich and handsome Irish girl had fallen in love with him at first sight. Lord Kilgobbin However, some are brave, and all are beautiful, very much resembling the busts of Alcibiades;—the women not quite so handsome. The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 1 The Athenians were still possessed by their daring scheme of conquest, and they decreed that Alcibiades should keep his command, and sail at once to Sicily. Stories from Thucydides When Geta told her that Pandænus had disappeared as suddenly as herself, and no one knew whither, she replied, "This, too, is the work of Alcibiades." Philothea A Grecian Romance She continued with him till her death, which happened not long after, when Alcibiades had gone to Ephesus. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Alcibiades, who had left the Spartans out of anger on account of their treatment of him, was recalled, and assumed command. Outline of Universal History So first of all, what think you of Alcibiades? The Eleven Comedies, Volume 2 At these words of Alcibiades the sluggish Spartans took fire, and recognizing the importance of his advice they determined to follow the course which he had indicated. Stories from Thucydides I believe they had the will to kill him; but one of the young slaves, whose modesty Alcibiades had insulted, was resolved to make complaint to the magistrates, and demand another master. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades had a dog which cost him seventy minas, and was a very large one, and very handsome. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Such men as Alcibiades and Critias, who had been among his hearers, but for whose misconduct he was really not in the least responsible, added to his unpopularity. Outline of Universal History Since then he had distinguished himself in several actions, and was destined, some years later, to share the command of the expedition to Sicily with Alcibiades and Nicias. The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1 Thus, without a blow being struck, an immense access of strength had been brought to the besieged, and the grand condition of successful resistance, on which Alcibiades had laid such weight, was fulfilled. Stories from Thucydides Alcibiades was proud of giving a feast corresponding in magnificence to the chariots he had brought into the course. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades did indeed buy it, but then claimed it for his own, leaving Diomedes to rage at him, and to call upon the gods and men to bear witness to the injustice. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans It was at the suggestion of Alcibiades that the Athenians undertook the great Sicilian Expedition, which resulted in the worst disasters they ever suffered. Outline of Universal History Disgusted by the ingratitude of his fellow-citizens and sickened with repeated disappointments, he retired altogether from society, admitting no one, it is said, to his intimacy except the brilliant young statesman Alcibiades. The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1 Alcibiades protested strongly against such a course, as disgraceful to Athens, and unworthy of the splendid armament entrusted to their command. Stories from Thucydides But he threatened to appeal to the magistrates for another master; and Alcibiades, unwilling to lose the services of this bold and artful slave, restrained his anger, even when it was at its greatest height. Philothea A Grecian Romance Phaeax was but a rising statesman like Alcibiades; he was descended from noble ancestors, but was his inferior, as in many other things, so, principally, in eloquence. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Alcibiades was recalled to answer a charge of sacrilege. Outline of Universal History Alcibiades and his wild companions were suspected of the outrage. The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1 How true was the forecast of Lamachus was proved by the event; but his bold plan was distasteful alike to the timid temper of Nicias, and to the tortuous, intriguing spirit of Alcibiades. Stories from Thucydides Dear lady," replied Milza, "Alcibiades demands such an immense sum for the ivory, that he says he might as well undertake to build the wall of Hipparchus, as to pay it. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades was not less disturbed at the distinctions which Nicias gained amongst the enemies of Athens, than at the honors which the Athenians themselves paid to him. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans There is something Attic and aerial in them; they mingle grave and gay, fiction and truth, with a light grace of touch such as neither La Fontaine nor Alcibiades would have been ashamed of. Amiel's Journal This is said to have been due to the intrigues and influence of Alcibiades, who resented the caricature of himself presented in the sporting Phidippides. The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1 Finding, therefore, that he had no hope of convincing his colleagues, he voted for the middle course, and accordingly the plan of Alcibiades, unquestionably the worst of the three, was adopted. Stories from Thucydides "And that would be all the same as telling Alcibiades himself," rejoined Milza. Philothea A Grecian Romance The next day, when the people were assembled and the ambassadors introduced, Alcibiades, with great apparent courtesy, demanded of them, With what powers they were come? Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans So gently in peace Alcibiades smiled, While in battle he shone forth so terribly grand, That the emblem they graved on his seal, was a child With a thunderbolt placed in its innocent hand. The Complete Poems of Sir Thomas Moore Collected by Himself with Explanatory Notes Some see an allusion to the Sicilian expedition, and Alcibiades' Utopian schemes. The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1 In pursuance of this fatal policy Alcibiades crossed over to Messene, and tried to win over that city to the side of Athens. Stories from Thucydides "Philothea!" she exclaimed, abruptly, "you have not told me where you met Alcibiades?" Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades could hardly allow his men three obols, and therefore was constrained to go into Caria to furnish himself with money. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Was not the death of Socrates more beautiful than his preservation of Alcibiades' life in battle?—though this was none the less a beautiful act. Recollections of My Childhood and Youth He was unfortunate in his friends, among whom were Critias the infamous tyrant and Alcibiades who sold the great secret. Authors of Greece Once more Alcibiades had cause to exult in the success of his malignant counsels, which had sent Gylippus to Syracuse, and had now planted this root of bitter mischief on the very soil of Attica. Stories from Thucydides If you knew Alcibiades, you would not suspect him of such sordid motives. Philothea A Grecian Romance But notwithstanding this, the people's anger was not wholly appeased; and being now no longer diverted by the mutilators, they were at leisure to pour out their whole rage upon Alcibiades. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans And first of Alcibiades, let each Say what he thinks; the city travails sore. The Frogs At this moment Alcibiades arrives from another feast in a state of high intoxication. Authors of Greece This was Alcibiades, a young Athenian noble, endowed with every advantage of mind, person, and fortune, whose fatal gifts, and lawless ambition, made him the evil genius of his country. Stories from Thucydides "I believe that I love Alcibiades better than I ever loved Philæmon; and if the consent of Phidias can be obtained, I cannot see why you should object to our marriage." Philothea A Grecian Romance Soon after this, the four hundred usurpers were driven out, the friends of Alcibiades vigorously assisting those who were for the popular government. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Not long after the conclusion of peace the Athenians were persuaded by a brilliant and ambitious politician, named Alcibiades, to undertake an expedition against Syracuse in Sicily. Early European History At Catana they found their state vessel waiting to convey Alcibiades home to stand his trial; he effected his escape on the homeward voyage, crossing to the Peloponnese. Authors of Greece We have no excuse, then," said Alcibiades in conclusion, "for breaking our word to the Egestaeans, and drawing back from this enterprise. Stories from Thucydides When viewed from the opposite side, the effect was extremely beautiful; for the graceful nymphs seemed actually moving in their native element Alcibiades presented a Sidonian veil, of roseate hue and glossy texture. Philothea A Grecian Romance The Byzantines, thus surprised and astonished, while they all hurried to the defense of their port and shipping, gave opportunity to those who favored the Athenians, securely to receive Alcibiades into the city. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Here below sit two adventurers, fine gentlemen both; one is called Nicias, because he never has conquered; the other Alcibiades, and we know his conquests—goblets and girls. Historical Miniatures Passing to Sparta, Alcibiades deliberately betrayed his country. Authors of Greece The enemies of Alcibiades saw that the time was now ripe for bringing up against him the charge of violating the mysteries, and pressing for a judgment. Stories from Thucydides A young Messenian was, for a time, foremost in the race; but his horse took fright at the altar of Taraxippus—his chariot was overthrown—and Alcibiades gained the prize. Philothea A Grecian Romance But Agis was his enemy, hating him for having dishonored his wife, and also impatient of his glory, as almost every enterprise and every success was ascribed to Alcibiades. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans All started, even Alcibiades, but, angry with himself for this weakness, he took a cup and stepped forward. Historical Miniatures The Samian democracy eventually appointed Alcibiades general, while in Athens the extremists were anxious to come to terms with Sparta. Authors of Greece On receiving the summons Alcibiades affected to obey, and set sail from Catana, with the state trireme in attendance. Stories from Thucydides The faithful attendants at once suspected treachery in Alcibiades. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades was extremely annoyed at this, and, being full of envy, set himself to break the league. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans "He shall have a libation," answered Alcibiades, "when we sit at table with our cups in front of us." Historical Miniatures Soon they made overtures to Alcibiades who was acting with the Spartan fleet; he promised to detach Tissaphernes from Sparta if Samos eschewed democracy, a creed odious to the Persian monarchy. Authors of Greece But if his enemies supposed that they had heard the last of Alcibiades, they soon learnt how deeply they were mistaken. Stories from Thucydides The wife of Clinias, though connected by marriage with the house of Alcibiades, was far from resenting the imputation, or pretending that she considered it groundless. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades, as it is supposed, was anciently descended from Eurysaces, the son of Ajax, by his father's side; and by his mother's side from Alcmaeon. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Another shock of earthquake extinguished the lamps, and all went out into the street, except Socrates and Alcibiades. Historical Miniatures When Sparta failed to restore Amphipolis, the war party at Athens, led by Alcibiades, formed an alliance with Argos to reduce Sparta; but this policy alienated Corinth, who refused to act with her trade rival. Authors of Greece Now was the time for Alcibiades to play his part. Stories from Thucydides "The name of Socrates recalls Alcibiades to my mind," rejoined Anaxagoras. Philothea A Grecian Romance The people were highly exasperated and incensed against Alcibiades upon this accusation, which, being aggravated by Androcles, the most malicious of all his enemies, at first disturbed his friends exceedingly. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Alcibiades passed his hand downwards over his face, as though he wished to changed his mask, and it was done in a moment. Historical Miniatures Nicias, the leader of the peace party, vainly counselled the Assembly to refrain; he was overborne by Alcibiades, whose ambition it was to reduce not only Sicily but Carthage also. Authors of Greece Such," continued Alcibiades, "is the secret history of the Sicilian expedition, which you have heard from the mouth of him who knows it best. Stories from Thucydides Alcibiades laughed aloud when he heard of this proposition; and said his uncle would never think of making it to any but a maiden who sees the zephyrs run and hears the stars sing. Philothea A Grecian Romance Yet in this sad state of affairs, they had still some faint hopes left them, nor would they utterly despair of the Athenian commonwealth, while Alcibiades was safe. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans It was a symposium of minds, at which the excesses, according to Alcibiades, were only spiritual. Historical Miniatures Leading Athenians, Solon, Hippias and Themistocles, had been received at Eastern courts or had accompanied Eastern sovereigns to war, and one more famous even than these, Alcibiades, had lately lived with a Persian satrap. The Ancient East Alcibiades saw plainly that this manoeuvre was contrived to get him out of the way, to remove his adherents from Athens, and leave his enemies free to pursue their machinations during his absence. Stories from Thucydides Even the gay selfishness of Alcibiades was subdued into reverence, as he carefully took the urn from the chariot, and gave it to attendants, who placed it beside the household altar. Philothea A Grecian Romance Alcibiades, lying under these heavy decrees and sentences, when first he fled from Thurii, passed over into Peloponnesus and remained some time at Argos. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans Vying with him in an almost jealous rivalry to appear by the Master's side, stood the beautiful Alcibiades. Historical Miniatures "But these are as impossible as the legs of Raphael's Alcibiades," said Deronda. Daniel Deronda The dons awaited a sucking member for the University, the undergraduates were prepared to welcome a new Alcibiades. Coningsby Men think so lightly of these matters, I sometimes fear they might both regard the persecutions of Alcibiades too trivial for their interference. Philothea A Grecian Romance Nor did she even deny it, but when she was brought to bed of a son, called him in public Leotychides, but, amongst her confidants and attendants, would whisper that his name was Alcibiades. Plutarch: Lives of the noble Grecians and Romans The King went, but Alcibiades did not follow, for behind the curtains of the women's apartment stood the Queen, and waited. Historical Miniatures |
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