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The earliest surviving works of ancient Greek literature, dating back to the early Archaic period, are the two epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey. These two epics, along with the Homeric Hymns and the two poems of Hesiod, Theogony and Works and Days, comprised the major foundations of the Greek literary tradition that would continue into the Classical, Hellenistic, and Roman periods. This carefully selected collection contains: The Odyssey ; The Works and Days ; Theogony ; The Complete Poems of Sappho ; Medea ; Antigone ; Agamemnon ; The Choephori ; Eumenides.

Medea is an ancient Greek tragedy written by Euripides, based upon the myth of Jason and Medea and first produced in 431 BC. The plot centers on the actions of Medea, a former princess of the "barbarian" kingdom of Colchis, and the wife of Jason; she finds her position in the Greek world threatened as Jason leaves her for a Greek princess of Corinth. Medea takes vengeance on Jason by murdering Jason's new wife as well as her own children, after which she escapes to Athens to start a new life.

Euripides's play follows the fates of the women of Troy after their city has been sacked, their husbands killed, and their remaining families taken away as slaves. It serves as an anti-war narrative as it highlights the suffering of the women left behind. The tragedy also calls attention to how women were treated as commodities in the past by showing how they were divided among the remaining men as spoils of war.

We live in an era rife with cultural conflict. The 21st century is by no means free of wars, terrorism, riots, famine, nor epidemics. We may attempt to solve the challenges of our times by uniting the humanistic disciplines of philosophy, science, and technology. Our modern reality requires a fundamental understanding of the problems beleaguering our existence. Science and literature are key tools for gaining this insight. The wisdom accumulated throughout the centuries by scientists, philosophers, and writers is a solid foundation on which modern man can build the future.

This collection contains the following works: Medea by Sophocles Antigone by Sophocles Agamemnon by Aeschylus Eumenides by Aeschylus The Choephori by Aeschylus The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Romeo And Juliet by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Macbeth by William Shakespeare A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of King Lear by William Shakespeare The Tragedy of Antony and Cleopatra by William Shakespeare.

La pensée antique est au fondement de l'histoire des idées et de la philosophie occidentale. Découvrez-en toute la profondeur en 700 citations soigneusement choisies pour présenter sous forme condensée les enseignements majeurs des sept figures incontournables de la philosophie antique, entre la Grèce et Rome qui s'en nourrit.

Blood, gore, thrills, chills, and romance abound in these plays by three of the great Greek authors. Included are "Medea" by Euripides; "Antigone" by Sophocles; and "Agamemnon" by Aeschylus.

Judith Anderson and Anthony Quayle perform 'Medea', an ancient Greek tragedy written by Euripides. It is based upon the myth of Jason and Medea and first produced in 431 BC. The plot centers on the barbarian protagonist as she finds her position in the Greek world threatened, and the revenge she takes against her husband Jason who has betrayed her for another woman.

A selection of Euripides’ renowned Greek tragedies, adapted for BBC Radio Acclaimed by Aristotle as ‘the most tragic of the poets’, Euripides was one of the pre-eminent playwrights of 5th century Athens. Included here are seven of his masterpieces: powerful, shocking tales of passion...

This collection contains the following works: Euripides: Medea Sophocles: Antigone Aeschylus: Agamemnon Aeschylus: Eumenides Aeschylus: The Choephori William Shakespeare: The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice William Shakespeare: The Tragedy of Romeo And Juliet William Shakespeare: The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, William Shakespeare: The Tragedy of Macbeth, William Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream, William Shakespeare: The Tragedy of King Lear, William Shakespeare: Antony and Cleopatra.

Euripides (c. 480-406 B.C.E.) is the author of eighteen extant plays and many more only surviving in fragments. He is the youngest of the three great Athenian tragedians with Aeschylus and Sophocles. Hippolytus, bastard son of Theseus and the Amazon Hippolyta, has sworn chaste allegiance to the goddess Artemis, thus severely offending the goddess Aphrodite by failing to revere her. Aphrodite swears revenge and promises that he will die before the day is done, taking with him Queen Phaedra, wife of Theseus.

Delve into the intense and dramatic tale of "Medea" by Euripides. This classic Greek tragedy explores themes of revenge, passion, and betrayal as Medea takes drastic actions against her unfaithful husband. A powerful and thought-provoking story that continues to resonate with audiences.

Eurípides es uno de los pilares fundamentales en la historia del teatro y el arte dramático. En esta obra, se nos presente la historia de Jasón, quien regresó de la Cólquide con el vellocino de oro, seduciendo a la hija del rey Eetes, Medea.

La pensée antique est au fondement de l'histoire des idées et de la philosophie occidentale. Fondamentalement pratique et axée sur le quotidien, elle est marquée par le stoïcisme et la recherche de la sagesse sous toutes ses formes. Découvrez-en toute la profondeur en 400 citations soigneusement choisies pour présenter sous forme condensée les enseignements majeurs des figures incontournables de la Grèce antique.

Diese Hörbuch-Edition vereint zentrale Werke des antiken griechischen Theaters – Texte, in denen sich die Grundfragen menschlicher Existenz erstmals in dramatischer Form verdichten: Schuld und Verantwortung, Macht und Moral, Liebe und Gewalt, Individuum und Gemeinschaft. Entstanden im Athen des 5. Jahrhunderts v. Chr., treten Tragödie und Komödie hier in einen spannungsreichen Dialog.

In a gripping tale of revenge and moral conflict, Orestes finds himself haunted by the Furies after fulfilling Apollos command to avenge his fathers murder by killing his mother, Clytemnestra. As he grapples with the torment of his actions, only his sister Electra can bring him solace amidst the chaos. However, a powerful faction in Argos seeks his death for the crime he committed, and Orestes salvation hinges on the return of his uncle Menelaus, fresh from the Trojan War and laden with wealth. Set against the backdrop of a complex web of familial ties and moral dilemmas, this play unfolds ...

Euripides gripping tale, Bacchae, immerses us in the world of Dionysus, the God who arrives in Thebes to unleash madness upon those who shun his ecstatic rites. This story intertwines family drama with themes of sacrifice, as Dionysus drives his aunts to madness and lures his cousin Pentheus, disguised as a woman, to a tragic fate at the hands of his own mother. A hauntingly beautiful yet profoundly unsettling narrative that explores the depths of human nature and divinity. (Summary by Tony Addison)

In the heart of Greek drama lies Alcestis, the noble queen of Pherae, whose story is as compelling as it is tragic. Her husband, Admetus, the seemingly virtuous king, gains the favor of Apollo, who orchestrates a twist of fate when Admetuss time comes, a willing substitute may take his place in death. In a desperate bid to prolong his own life, Admetus implores everyone he knows, even his own parents, to sacrifice themselves for him—but none are willing. This refusal leaves him embittered, ultimately severing ties with his family. It is Alcestis, however, who selflessly steps forward, ...

Dive into the world of Euripides Bacchae, a gripping exploration of myth and madness. Set against the backdrop of Thebes, the story unfolds with King Pentheus and his mother Agave facing the wrath of Dionysus, the god who seeks to prove his divine lineage and bring the wild rites of his worship to the city. This enthralling tale culminates in a shocking climax where Pentheus is brutally torn apart by the women of Thebes, with Agave tragically presenting his severed head to her father, Cadmus. Unlike many Greek tragedies, Bacchae features a dynamic chorus that plays a vital role in the ...

Experience the gripping tragedy of Bacchae, where the mythological tale of King Pentheus of Thebes unfolds. As he and his mother Agavë face dire consequences for their refusal to honor the god Dionysus, the story explores themes of power, madness, and divine retribution. Join us as we delve into this timeless narrative that questions the boundaries of authority and belief. (Summary by Wikipedia) Cast Dionysus mbCadmus Bruce PiriePentheus Algy PugAgave Roseanne SchmidtTeiresias Matthew ReeceSoldier John FrickerMessenger Dale BurgessChorus/Narrator Elizabeth KlettAudio edited by Elizabeth Klett