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Book Synopsis: Here is a lively, readable, and accurate verse translation of the six best plays by one of the most influential of all classical Latin writers--the only tragic playwright from ancient Rome whose work survives. Tutor to the emperor Nero, Seneca lived through uncertain, oppressive, and violent times, and his dramas depict the extremes of human behavior. Rape, suicide, child-murder, incestuous love, madness, and mutilation afflict the characters, who are obsessed and destroyed by their feelings. Seneca forces us to think about the difference between compromise and hypocrisy, about what happens when emotions overwhelm judgment, and about how a person can be good, calm, or happy in a corrupt society and under constant threat of death. In addition to her superb translation, Emily Wilson provides an invaluable introduction which offers a succinct account of Seneca's life and times, his philosophical beliefs, the literary form of the plays, and their immense influence on European literature. The book also includes an up-to-date bibliography and explanatory notes which identify mythological allusions.
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Discover the powerful and captivating works of Seneca, the only tragic playwright from ancient Rome whose plays have survived to this day. In "Six Tragedies (Oxford World's Classics)," experienced translator Emily Wilson brings these compelling stories to life with a lively and accurate verse translation. Get ready to delve into the extremes of human behavior, as characters grapple with rape, suicide, child-murder, incestuous love, madness, and mutilation. Prepare to be moved and forced to think deeply about morals and judgment in a corrupt society. Experience the impact of these influential plays that have shaped European literature for centuries.
Immerse yourself in the tumultuous world of Seneca's dramas, which provide a lens into the uncertain, oppressive, and violent times in which he lived. As the tutor to Emperor Nero, Seneca witnessed firsthand the consequences of unchecked emotions. Through his tragedies, he challenges us to consider the line between compromise and hypocrisy, and the volatile nature of unchecked feelings. These timeless themes are still relevant today, making "Six Tragedies" a must-read for anyone seeking a thought-provoking exploration of human nature.
Emily Wilson's translation of "Six Tragedies (Oxford World's Classics)" offers an incredible opportunity to appreciate the brilliance of Seneca's works. Wilson not only provides a faithful and readable translation, but also presents an invaluable introduction that gives insight into Seneca's life, his philosophical beliefs, and the impact of these plays on European literature. This edition is the epitome of scholarship, featuring expert introductions, comprehensive notes to enhance understanding, and an up-to-date bibliography for further exploration.
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