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Looking at Medea - Essays and a translation of Euripides' tragedy (Hardcover)
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Looking at Medea - Essays and a translation of Euripides' tragedy (Hardcover)
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Euripides' Medea is one of the most often read, studied and
performed of all Greek tragedies. A searingly cruel story of a
woman's brutal revenge on a husband who has rejected her for a
younger and richer bride, it is unusual among Greek dramas for its
acute portrayal of female psychology. Medea can appear at once
timeless and strikingly modern. Yet, the play is very much a
product of the political and social world of fifth century Athens
and an understanding of its original context, as well as a
consideration of the responses of later ages, is crucial to
appreciating this work and its legacy. This collection of essays by
leading academics addresses these issues, exploring key themes such
as revenge, character, mythology, the end of the play, the chorus
and Medea's role as a witch. Other essays look at the play's
context, religious connotations, stagecraft and reception. The
essays are accompanied by David Stuttard's English translation of
the play, which is performer-friendly, accessible yet accurate and
closely faithful to the original.
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