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Set in the aftermath of the Trojan War, the play follows Andromache, who grapples with grief after losing her husband Hector and son to the Greeks. Captured and enslaved, she faces the complexities of her new life as a concubine to Neoptolemus, who is conflicted between his loyalty to his father and his feelings for her. The narrative delves into themes of love, loyalty, and the impact of war, all conveyed through Gilbert Murray's poetic language and vivid character portrayals, making it a significant work in the realm of Greek drama.
At once a vigorous translation of one of Euripides' most subtle and witty plays, and a wholly fresh interpretation, this version reveals for the first time the extraordinary formal beauty and thematic concentration of the Alcestis. William Arrowsmith, eminent classical scholar, translator, and General Editor of this highly praised series, rejects the standard view of the Alcestis as a psychological study of the egotist Admetos and his naive but devoted wife. His translation, instead, presents the play as a drama of human existence-in keeping with the tradition of Greek tragedy-with recognizably human characters who also represent masked embodiments of human conditions. The Alcestis thus becomes a metaphysical tragicomedy in which Admetos, who has heretofore led a life without limitations, learns to "think mortal thoughts." He acquires the knowledge of limits-the acceptance of death as well as the duty to live-which, according to Euripides, makes people meaningfully human and capable of both courage and compassion. This new interpretation compellingly argues that, for Euripides, suffering humanizes, that exemption makes a man selfish and childish, and that only the courage to accept both life and death leads to the realization of one's humanity, and, in the case of Alcestis, to heroism.
Focusing on the preservation of classic literature, this work highlights the significance of Euripides and his contributions during his era. It aims to keep these invaluable texts accessible by republishing them in high quality with original formatting and artwork. The book has been meticulously reformatted and retyped, ensuring clarity and readability, rather than relying on scanned copies. This effort seeks to maintain the legacy of important works for current and future generations.
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The book serves as a facsimile reprint of a historic work, preserving its cultural significance despite potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages. This edition reflects a commitment to protecting and promoting classic literature, ensuring accessibility through high-quality modern reproductions that maintain the integrity of the original text.
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