Looking at Medea: Essays and a translation of Euripides' tragedy

Looking at Medea: Essays and a translation of Euripides' tragedy

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Euripides'Medeais one of the most often read, studied and performed of all Greek tragedies.A searingly cruel story of a woman's brutal revenge on a husband who has rejected her for a younger and richer bride, it is unusual among Greek dramas for its acute portrayal of female psychology.Medeacan appear at once timeless and strikingly modern. Yet, the play is very much a product of the political and social world of fifth century Athens and an understanding of its original context, as well as a consideration of the responses of later ages, is crucial to appreciating this work and its legacy.This collection of essays by leading academics addresses these issues, exploring key themes, such as revenge, character, mythology, the end of the play, the chorus, and Medea's role as a witch. Other essays look at the play's context, religious connotations, stagecraft, and reception. The essays are accompanied by David Stuttard's English translation of the play, which is performer-friendly, accessible, yet accurate and closely faithful to the original.
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Name of the Author
David
Euripides - Stuttard
Language
English
ISBN
9781472527721
Release date
2014

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