The Agamemnon Of Aeschylus

The Agamemnon Of Aeschylus

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Agamemnon of Aeschylus is a book written by Robert Browning that explores the classic Greek tragedy of the same name. The play, written by Aeschylus, is one of the most famous and influential works of Greek literature, and Browning's interpretation provides a fresh and insightful take on the story.The Agamemnon tells the story of the titular character, Agamemnon, who returns home to his wife Clytemnestra after a long and brutal war. However, Clytemnestra has been plotting her revenge for years, and she ultimately murders Agamemnon in a fit of rage. The play explores themes of justice, revenge, and the consequences of one's actions.Browning's interpretation of the play is both poetic and insightful, offering a unique perspective on the characters and their motivations. He delves into the psychology of Clytemnestra and Agamemnon, exploring the complex emotions and motivations that drive them to their ultimate fates.Overall, The Agamemnon of Aeschylus is a must-read for anyone interested in Greek literature or classic tragedy. Browning's interpretation offers a fresh take on the story, while still staying true to the original themes and motifs of the play.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781162941608
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 164
Weight: 226g
Height: 152mm
Width: 229mm
Spine width: 8mm