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Four plays which exemplify his interest in flawed characters who defy the expectations of Greek society. The four tragedies collected in this volume all focus on a central character, once powerful, brought down by betrayal, jealousy, guilt, and hatred. The first playwright to depict suffering without reference to the gods, Euripides made his characters speak in human terms and face the consequences of their actions.
In Medea, a woman rejected by her lover takes hideous revenge by murdering the children they both love, and Hecabe depicts the former queen of Troy, driven mad by the prospect of her daughter's sacrifice to Achilles. Electra portrays a young woman planning to avenge the brutal death of her father at the hands of her mother, while in Heracles, the hero seeks vengeance against the evil king who has caused bloodshed in his family.
Philip Vellacott's lucid translation is accompanied by an introduction, which discusses the literary background of Classical Athens and examines the distinction between instinctive and civilized behaviour.
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Discover the fascinating world of ancient Greece with Medea and Other Plays (Penguin Classics)! Immerse yourself in the captivating storytelling of Euripides as he delves into the lives of flawed characters who defy the expectations of Greek society. These four tragedies explore themes of betrayal, jealousy, guilt, and hatred, showcasing the timeless human experience of suffering and its consequences.
Unlike other playwrights of his time, Euripides brings his characters to life by making them speak in relatable, human terms. Gone are the references to gods and divine intervention, replaced by raw emotions and the harsh realities faced by ordinary people. In Medea, witness the chilling tale of a woman scorned, driven to the ultimate act of revenge by murdering the children she and her lover once cherished. Hecabe follows the former queen of Troy on her descent into madness as she faces the tragic sacrifice of her daughter to Achilles.
Electra takes you on a journey of a young woman plotting to avenge her father's brutal death at the hands of her own mother. And in Heracles, join the legendary hero as he seeks vengeance against an evil king responsible for the bloodshed in his family. These enthralling plays paint a vivid picture of the triumphs and tragedies of ancient Greece.
Experience the masterful translation of Philip Vellacott, whose clear and eloquent rendering of Euripides' works ensures a captivating read from start to finish. Dive deeper into the literary background of Classical Athens with the insightful introduction, which explores the distinction between instinctive and civilized behavior.
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