Excerpt from The Hecuba of Euripides: A Revised Text With Notes and an Introduction
All quotations have been given in full, and the only book to which mere references have been made is Prof. Goodwin's excellent School Greek Grammar. We gratefully acknowledge valuable help and advice from the well-known scholars Prof. Kennedy, Mr E. S. Shuckburgh and Mr A. W. Verrall.
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Euripides, the youngest of the three great Athenian playwrights, is thought to have written about ninety-two plays, of which seventeen tragedies and one satyr-play have survived.
John Bond is a professor of social gerontology and health services research at the University of Newcastle.
Lynne Corner is an Alzheimer's Society Research Fellow at the University of Newcastle.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a detailed examination of one of the great tragedies written by Euripides in the late 5th century BC, known as Hecuba. The author explores the play's depiction of war, suffering, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The text delves into the thematic depth of the play, shedding light on the ethical dilemmas posed by war and the sacrifices it demands of both individuals and communities. It also explores the complex emotions of grief, loss, and revenge, while providing a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural context that shaped the play. Through a comprehensive analysis of the characters, their motivations, and their actions, this book offers a fresh perspective on the enduring themes that make Hecuba a timeless masterpiece of Greek theatre. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282025434_0
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