Four Plays of Aeschylus by Aeschylus

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Author Aeschylus, 526 BCE-457 BCE
Translator Morshead, E. D. A. (Edmund Doidge Anderson), 1849-1912
Title Four Plays of Aeschylus
Contents The suppliant maidens
The Persians
The seven against Thebes
The Prometheus bound.
Credits Ted Garvin, Robert Prince, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Four Plays of Aeschylus" by Aeschylus is a collection of ancient Greek tragedies translated into English verse, reflecting works that likely date back to the 5th century BC. This anthology includes notable plays such as "The Suppliant Maidens," "The Persians," "The Seven Against Thebes," and "Prometheus Bound," and engages with themes of fate, justice, and the interplay between gods and mortals. The central figures often represent important mythological characters, with a focus on the trials and tribulations faced by individuals in conflict with divine will and societal expectations. The opening of "Four Plays of Aeschylus" presents an introduction to Aeschylus’s dramatic legacy, noting his contribution to the development of Greek tragedy. It particularly emphasizes "The Suppliant Maidens," where the daughters of Danaus flee from forced marriages to their cousins, invoking the protection of the Argive king and the gods. The play sets a tone of desperation and longing, showcasing the plight of the maidens as they seek sanctuary from their pursuers. Following this, "The Persians" portrays the aftermath of war from the perspective of the defeated, highlighting themes of loss and the toll of conflict while introducing characters such as Atossa, the mother of Xerxes, who embodies both grief and concern for her son’s fate. Overall, the opening portion establishes the historical and thematic context for the tragedies that follow, inviting the reader into the rich tapestry of Aeschylus's work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Mythology, Greek -- Drama
Subject Aeschylus -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 8714
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 19, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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