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An Oresteia: Agamemnon By Aiskhylos; Elektra By Sophokles; Orestes By Euripides,Used
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A Bold, Iconoclastic New Look At One Of The Great Works Of Greek Tragedyin This Innovative Rendition Of The Oresteia, The Poet, Translator, And Essayist Anne Carson Combines Three Different Visionsaischylos' Agamemnon, Sophokles' Elektra, And Euripides' Orestesgiving Birth To A Wholly New Experience Of The Classic Greek Triumvirate Of Vengeance. After The Murder Of Her Daughter Iphegenia By Her Husband Agamemnon, Klytaimestra Exacts A Mother'S Revenge, Murdering Agamemnon And His Mistress, Kassandra. Displeased With Klytaimestra'S Actions, Apollo Calls On Her Son, Orestes, To Avenge His Father'S Death With The Help Of His Sister Elektra. In The End, Orestes, Driven Mad By The Furies For His Bloody Betrayal Of Family, And Elektra Are Condemned To Death By The People Of Argos, And Must Justify Their Actionssignaling A Call To Change In Society, A Shift From The Capricious Governing Of The Gods To The Rule Of Manmade Law.Carson'S Accomplished Rendering Combines Elements Of Contemporary Vernacular With The Traditional Structures And Rhetoric Of Greek Tragedy, Opening Up The Plays To A Modern Audience. In Addition To Its Accessibility, The Wit And Dazzling Morbidity Of Her Prose Sheds New Light On The Saga For Scholars. Anne Carson'S Oresteia Is A Watershed Translation, A Deathdance Of Vengeance And Passion Not To Be Missed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'An Oresteia'? A: The main theme of 'An Oresteia' revolves around vengeance, justice, and the transition from divine to human law, exploring the consequences of revenge within a familial context.
- Q: Who are the authors of the plays included in this edition? A: This edition includes works by three playwrights: Aeschylus, who wrote 'Agamemnon'; Sophocles, who authored 'Elektra'; and Euripides, the creator of 'Orestes'.
- Q: Is this edition a translation or an adaptation? A: This edition is a translation by Anne Carson, who creatively combines the original texts into a modern interpretation while maintaining the essence of the Greek tragedies.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on March 31, 2009.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, which generally means it shows some signs of wear but is still fully functional and readable.
- Q: How many pages does 'An Oresteia' have? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover, which offers durability and a premium look.
- Q: Is this a first edition? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'An Oresteia' as translated by Anne Carson.
- Q: What audience is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for readers interested in Greek tragedies, literary adaptations, and those studying themes of vengeance and justice in literature.
- Q: Does this book include any additional features or commentary? A: While the primary focus is on the text itself, Anne Carson's translation offers a modern vernacular that may provide new insights into the original plays, but it does not include extensive commentary or additional features.