Publisher's Synopsis
The Cyclops of Euripides is a play written by the ancient Greek playwright Euripides, which was first performed in Athens in 408 BC. The play is a satirical take on the popular myth of the Cyclops, a one-eyed giant from Greek mythology. The plot of the play revolves around a group of sailors who are shipwrecked on the island of the Cyclops. They soon discover that the Cyclops is a brutal and uncivilized creature who enjoys eating human flesh. The sailors must use their wits and cunning to outsmart the Cyclops and escape from the island alive. The play is notable for its use of satire and humor, which was uncommon in Greek drama at the time. Euripides uses the character of the Cyclops to mock the values and beliefs of ancient Greek society, particularly their worship of the gods and their belief in the superiority of Greek culture. Overall, The Cyclops of Euripides is a fascinating and entertaining play that offers a unique perspective on Greek mythology and culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature and drama.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.
