Aeschylus

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The House of Atreus; Being the Agamemnon, the Libation bearers, and the Furies (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring Fate, Vengeance, and Family in Ancient Tragedy

Übersetzer: Morshead, E. D. A.

Beschreibung

The House of Atreus compiles three of Aeschylus's most profound tragedies: Agamemnon, The Libation Bearers, and The Furies, exploring the themes of fate, justice, and the cyclical nature of violence within the prestigious House of Atreus. Aeschylus employs a rich, poetic style filled with ominous imagery and dramatic irony, establishing a lyrical yet foreboding atmosphere that immerses the audience in the moral quandaries faced by its characters. Set against the backdrop of post-Trojan War Greece, these plays investigate the repercussions of past sins and the inexorable pull of destiny within the framework of divine justice and retribution. Aeschylus, often referred to as the father of tragedy, penned these works in the 5th century BCE, during a time when theatrical performances were evolving as a means of public address and reflection on societal norms. His personal experiences, including participation in the Persian Wars and exposure to the conflict of human passions and fatalistic fate, deeply influenced his writing. The complex interplay of familial loyalty, divine command, and moral ambiguity present in The House of Atreus offers a lens through which we can understand the human condition. This collection serves as an essential introduction to Greek tragedy and is highly recommended for readers interested in the intersections of myth, morality, and history. Aeschylus'Äôs poetic mastery and profound insights into human nature encourage modern audiences to contemplate the timeless dilemmas of justice and vengeance, making this work a crucial addition to any literary canon.

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Aeschylus (c. 525/524 - c. 456/455 BC), the father of Greek tragedy, crafted a path that many dramatists followed in the classical world. Born into a noble family at Eleusis, near Athens, his early works were likely composed during the period of the Persian invasions of Greece, a theme potent in his only surviving trilogy, 'The Oresteia.' The trilogy comprises 'Agamemnon,' 'The Libation Bearers,' and 'The Eumenides' (often referred to as 'The Furies'), and chronicles the bloody lineage of the House of Atreus, a narrative ripe with themes of justice, power, and the gods' influence on human affairs. Noted for the grandeur of his language and the profundity of his thought, Aeschylus's contributions include expanding the number of actors on stage, thereby allowing for dialogue and dramatic interaction. Of the roughly ninety plays he wrote, only seven have survived in complete form, among them the aforementioned 'Agamemnon,' which details the king's murder upon his victorious return from Troy. Aeschylus's influence on literature is foundational; his works not only shaped the artistic endeavors that followed him but also provided a critical reflection on the moral and social issues of his time. His mastery of the tragic form set the stage for subsequent playwrights such as Sophocles and Euripides, and his echoes can be found in Western literature up to the present day.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 177
• Erscheinungstermin: 20. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664181039
• Artikelnr.: 58437046