Publisher's Synopsis
A Lexicon to Aeschylus: Containing a Critical Explanation of the More Difficult Passages in the Seven Tragedies is a book written by William Linwood in 1843. The book is a comprehensive guide to the works of Aeschylus, a Greek tragedian who lived in the 5th century BC. The book is designed to help readers understand the more challenging passages in Aeschylus' seven tragedies, which include The Persians, Seven Against Thebes, and The Oresteia. Linwood's Lexicon provides a detailed analysis of the language, themes, and symbolism used in Aeschylus' works, as well as historical and cultural context. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. Overall, A Lexicon to Aeschylus is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the works of this ancient Greek playwright. It is a valuable tool for students, teachers, and scholars of literature, classics, and ancient history.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.