The Dramas Of Aeschylus (1890) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437333916)

The Dramas of Aeschylus is a collection of plays written by the ancient Greek playwright Aeschylus, originally published in 1890. The book includes seven of Aeschylus' most famous works, including The Suppliants, The Persians, Seven Against Thebes, and The Oresteia trilogy, which consists of Agamemnon, The Libation Bearers, and The Eumenides. The plays explore themes of justice, revenge, family, and the role of the gods in human affairs. They are known for their complex characters and powerful storytelling, as well as their use of symbolism and metaphor. The book includes an introduction by the editor, who provides historical context and an overview of Aeschylus' life and work. Each play is accompanied by detailed notes and commentary, which help to explain the cultural and literary references in the text. Overall, The Dramas of Aeschylus is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature and drama, as well as those studying the history of Western literature and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Aeschylus
ISBN-10: 1437333915
ISBN-13: 9781437333916
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 11/26/2008
Pages: 536
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.56lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.08d