Alcibiades - The Athenians' Greatest Orator

Athens considered alcibiades their greatest orator, for he had an uncanny ability to tune into his audiences aspirations and mirror their desires. He made his greatest speeches in support of the invasion of sicily,. which he thought would bring great wealth to athens and limitless glory to himself. The spartans welcomed this great man to their side, but they knew his reputation and were wary of him. They fell under his spell and gave him great powers. Only i have such power over him. This feeling intoxicated socrates, who became a fervent admirer and supporter - even risking his own life to rescue the young man in battle.