Greek Tragedy
Greek Tragedy by Aeschylus is a significant collection published by National Geographic Books on May 26, 2009. This edition features 352 pages and is presented in English. It includes three masterpieces of classical tragedy: Aeschylus’s Agamemnon, Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, and Euripides’ Medea, offering readers a comprehensive introduction to the works of these renowned tragedians.
In addition to the primary tragedies, this volume also presents extracts from Aristophanes’ comedy The Frogs and selections from Aristotle’s Poetics, enriching the reader’s understanding of ancient drama and its historical context. The anthology covers themes related to drama, ancient civilization, and the evolution of theatrical forms, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the foundations of Western literature and drama.
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Three masterpieces of classical tragedy
Containing Aeschylus’s Agamemnon, Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, and Euripides’ Medea, this important new selection brings the best works of the great tragedians together in one perfect introductory volume. This volume also includes extracts from Aristophanes’ comedy The Frogs and a selection from Aristotle’s Poetics.
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