Project Gutenberg
2006-10-16
Public domain in the USA.
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Moulton, Richard G. (Richard Green)
1849
1924
Moulton, R. G. (Richard Green)
Aeschylus
-525
-456
Aischylos
Αισχύλος
Αἰσχύλος
Esquilo
Euripides
-406
Ευριπίδης
Eurípides
Sophocles
-496
-406
Σοφοκλής
Sófocles
Sophokles
Book of illustrations : Ancient Tragedy
Story of Orestes / Aeschylus -- Electra / Sophocles -- Electra / Euripides -- Alcestis / Euripides -- The Cyclops / Euripides -- The Bacchanals / Euripides -- Miscellaneous passages.
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"Book of Illustrations: Ancient Tragedy" by Richard G. Moulton is a scholarly compilation written in the early 20th century. This work not only presents illustrations of ancient tragedies but also offers insights into prominent Greek works, including Aeschylus' "Oresteia", Sophocles' "Electra", and Euripides’ plays. It serves as a resource for understanding the narratives and themes of these classic tragedies, enhancing the reader's appreciation for ancient drama. The opening portion of the book outlines the foundational elements of the "Oresteia", detailing the tragic lineage of the House of Atreus and the brutal events that follow Agamemnon's return from the Trojan War. It introduces key characters such as Agamemnon, the conflicted Clytaemnestra, and Orestes, who is propelled towards avenging his father's murder. The initial scenes highlight the tension between victory and impending doom, foreshadowing the cycle of violence that unfolds throughout the trilogy. As the Watchman reveals the long-awaited signal of victory, the Chorus reflects on the dual nature of glory and vengeance that permeates these tragedies, setting the tone for the dramatic exploration to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Greek drama (Tragedy) -- Translations into English
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Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
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