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Euripides
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Ευριπίδης
Eurípides
Sjöström, Axel Gabriel
1794
1846
Sjostrom, Axel Gabriel
Orestes
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orestes_(play)
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"Orestes" by Euripides is a tragedy written in the early 5th century BC. The play focuses on the complex themes of revenge and the psychological turmoil surrounding familial loyalty, particularly as embodied in the characters Orestes and Electra. At the heart of the story is Orestes, who grapples with his role as the avenger of his father, Agamemnon, while simultaneously dealing with the moral implications of having murdered his mother, Clytemnestra. The opening portion of the play introduces us to Electra, mourning the fate of her brother Orestes, who is stricken with guilt and madness after committing matricide. As Electra speaks of their shared anguish, they are confronted by Helena, who expresses sorrow for her sister’s fate. A series of exchanges reveals that Orestes is facing a trial for his actions, with public sentiment turning against him and Electra alike. The dynamics between the characters showcase the emotional weight of vengeance, grief, and the quest for redemption, setting the stage for a tense exploration of the consequences of their violent legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 83.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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