Greek Tragedy

Immerse yourself in the timeless world of Greek tragedy with this captivating B-format paperback edition featuring the essential works of Aeschylus and Sophocles. This collection, published by Penguin UK in 2004, brings to life the chilling narratives that have echoed through centuries, perfectly suited for both academia and avid readers alike. Experience 'Agamemnon,' the riveting first part of Aeschylus's Orestian trilogy, chronicling the harrowing return of the Greek leader from the Trojan War, only to encounter betrayal at the hands of his wife, Clytemnestra. Delve into 'Oedipus Rex,' Sophocles' masterpiece where the determined king's quest for truth uncovers heartbreaking familial ties and shocking revelations. Finally, explore Euripides' gripping tale 'Medea,' where themes of vengeance and maternal anguish intertwine in a heartbreaking narrative of revenge against infidelity. This 352-page volume is ideal for students, literature enthusiasts, and those wanting to deepen their understanding of ancient Greek texts. With FREE shipping on this product, it’s a must-have addition to your literary collection. Explore themes of fate, revenge, and tragedy that continue to influence contemporary art and literature. Order yours today and engage with these classic tales of human emotion, morality, and consequence that resonate even today.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141439365
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2004
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352


Description:
Agememnon is the first part of the Aeschylus's Orestian trilogy in which the leader of the Greek army returns from the Trojan war to be murdered by his treacherous wife Clytemnestra. In Sophocles' Oedipus Rex the king sets out to uncover the cause of the plague that has struck his city, only to disover the devastating truth about his relationship with his mother and his father.Medea is the terrible story of a woman's bloody revenge on her adulterous husband through the murder of her own children.

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