The Oresteia: Agamemnon; The Libation Bearers; The Eumenides

Experience the gripping tale of love, betrayal, and revenge with Aeschylus' The Oresteia. This timeless trilogy takes you on a journey from darkness to light, from rage to self-governance, and from primitive ritual to civilized institution. Dive deep into the bloody chain of murder and revenge within the royal family of Argos, as their struggle and regeneration become an everlasting song of celebration.

Feel the haunting aftermath of Clytemnestra's regicide in The Libation Bearers, where her son Orestes embarks on a quest to avenge his father's death. The chilling tale of Orestes unfolds, tormented by supernatural powers that can never be appeased in The Eumenides. As their story unfolds, witness the emergence of Athenian democracy, rising from a period of chaos and destruction, ultimately becoming a compelling tragedy that explores the tensions between family obligations and the laws that bind us together as a society.

Translated by renowned scholar Robert Fagles, this edition of The Oresteia comes with an introduction, notes, and glossary written in collaboration with W.B. Stanford, ensuring an engaging and comprehensive reading experience. Penguin Classics, the leading publisher of classic literature, proudly presents this edition, offering authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors.

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