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The Complete Greek Tragedies: Euripides Vol 1 (Euripides)

The Complete Greek Tragedies: Euripides Vol 1 (Euripides)
From Chicago University Press

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Includes "Alcestis", "The Medea", "The Heracleidae" and "Hippolytus".

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  • Amazon Sales Rank: #181497 in Books
  • Published on: 1955-02-01
  • Original language: English
  • Number of items: 1
  • Binding: Paperback
  • 220 pages

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Utterly wonderful5
This collection of plays by one of the world's most talented writers should be on everyone's bookshelves.

They may be over 2000 years old, but that doesn't mean the relevance of these plays is in any way diminished; focusing on the human condition, reading anything by Euripides is a totally cathartic experience, and these are no exception. From the Hippolytus' arrogant hubris and all-consuming honour to Medea's fatal love for her husband, this collection shows every side of humanity, in all its colours.

The characters play out the polarities of life in front of the reader, and the actions and reactions make us realise that however sophisticated we think we are in the 21st century, human nature hasn't, and will never, change.

These plays will enrich your library and your mind; they're an essential part of any library worth its salt. Buy this.