The Persians And Other Plays

Discover the profound world of ancient Greek drama with 'The Persians And Other Plays', featuring iconic works by Aeschylus, the father of tragedy. This unique collection includes Aeschylus' earliest surviving play, 'The Persians', which offers a poignant look at the Battle of Salamis, diverging from traditional heroic myths. In 'Seven Against Thebes', experience the gripping tale of two brothers who pay dearly for their ambition to claim the throne of Thebes. 'The Suppliants' introduces democracy's roots, presenting the heart-wrenching plea of the Danaids for sanctuary from forced marriage. Additionally, 'Prometheus Bound' takes you through the Titan's torment at the hands of Zeus for gifting fire to humanity, exploring themes of rebellion and suffering. This trade paperback edition, translated by Alan Sommerstein, captures the tragic grandeur of Aeschylus’s original works. Inside, you’ll find historical context, suggested readings, maps, a chronology, and fragments of ten other plays, enriching your understanding of Greek theatre. Perfect for students, educators, and lovers of classic literature alike, this book is essential for anyone interested in the evolution of drama and the richness of ancient Greek culture. Enjoy FREE shipping on this incredible literary treasure, and please allow up to 10 days for delivery. Don’t miss your chance to own this essential collection that bridges the past with the present.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140449990
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2010
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 304


Description:
The Persians / Prometheus Bound / Seven Against Thebes / The Suppliants Bound 'But what mortal man can escape The guileful deception of a god?' Aeschylus, often known as the father of tragedy, was the first to raise the drama of classical Athens to a high art. The Persians, his earliest surviving play, is unique in its depiction of contemporary events - the Battle of Salamis - rather than heroic myth. Seven Against Thebes is the story of two brothers paying a terrible price for their claim to the throne of their city, and The Suppliants, the oldest text that attests to the existence of the word 'democracy', presents the tale of the Danaids' plea for protection from forced marriage. Prometheus Bound, which may be a later work by Aeschylus' son, portrays the suffering of the Titan Prometheus at the hands of Zeus after he was caught giving fire to mankind. Alan Sommerstein's translation communicates the tragic grandeur of the original text, and his introduction places the plays in historical and dramatic context, explaining the developments of Greek theatre in Aeschylus' time. This edition also includes suggested further reading, maps, a chronology and the surviving fragments of ten other plays. Translated with an introduction by ALAN SOMMERSTEIN

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