Periander
Americannoun
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When Procles the tyrant was carried captive by Periander of Corinth, the oligarchy was restored, and the people of Epidaurus continued ever afterwards close allies of the Spartan power.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 9, Slice 6 "English Language" to "Epsom Salts" by Various
History tells us, that they drank largely at the entertainment Periander the Tyrant, or king of Corinth, gave them.
From Ebrietatis Encomium or, the Praise of Drunkenness by Robert Samber
Arion was a famous musician, and dwelt at the court of Periander, King of Corinth, with whom he was a great favorite.
From Stories of the Olden Time (Historical Series—Book IV Part I) by Various
The ass put out his ugly head and brayed in the very face of Periander.
From Blackwoods Edinburgh Magazine, Volume 59, No. 366, April, 1846 by Various
When this answer was reported to Periander, he determined to make a great sacrifice and offering, such as should at once appease the restless spirit.
From Darius the Great Makers of History by Jacob Abbott
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