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Aeschylus: Translated From The Greek By Thomas Devoe Worthen

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Aeschylus is a towering figure in the history of Greek literature and Western drama. His plays are still performed today, and they continue to be studied and admired by scholars and theater enthusiasts alike. This new translation of Aeschylus' plays by Thomas Devoe Worthen is a major contribution to the study of Greek drama.

AESCHYLUS: AGAMEMNON: Translated from the Greek by Thomas DeVoe Worthen (AESCHYLUS: THE ORESTEIA 1)

AESCHYLUS: AGAMEMNON: Translated from the Greek by Thomas DeVoe Worthen (AESCHYLUS: THE ORESTEIA Book 1)

by Karthik C

5 out of 5

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Worthen's translation is both accurate and readable, and it captures the power and beauty of Aeschylus' writing. He has also included a helpful and notes that provide context for the plays and their historical significance.

This new translation of Aeschylus is an essential resource for anyone interested in Greek drama. It is a valuable addition to the library of any scholar or theater enthusiast.

About Aeschylus

Aeschylus was born in Eleusis, Greece, in 525 BC. He was the son of Euphorion, a wealthy landowner. Aeschylus fought in the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC, and he later fought in the Battle of Salamis in 480 BC. These experiences had a profound impact on his writing, and they helped to shape his view of the world.

Aeschylus was a prolific playwright, and he wrote over 90 plays. Only seven of his plays have survived, however, and these are the plays that are included in this new translation. These plays are:

The Persians
The Seven Against Thebes
The Suppliants
The Oresteia
Prometheus Bound
Agamemnon
The Eumenides

Aeschylus' plays are known for their powerful language, their complex characters, and their exploration of timeless themes such as justice, fate, and the nature of the gods.

About Thomas Devoe Worthen

Thomas Devoe Worthen is a professor of classics at the University of California, Berkeley. He is a leading scholar of Greek drama, and he has published extensively on Aeschylus and other Greek playwrights.

Worthen's translation of Aeschylus' plays is a major contribution to the study of Greek drama. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in this important playwright and his work.

This new translation of Aeschylus' plays by Thomas Devoe Worthen is a must-have for anyone interested in Greek drama. It is a valuable addition to the library of any scholar or theater enthusiast.

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AESCHYLUS: AGAMEMNON: Translated from the Greek by Thomas DeVoe Worthen (AESCHYLUS: THE ORESTEIA Book 1)

by Karthik C

5 out of 5