The Trojan Women

A tragedy by the Greek playwright Euripides

Autori

• Euripidés

Parametri

• Scienze sociali

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Set against the backdrop of the Peloponnesian War, this tragedy explores the aftermath of the Trojan War through the eyes of four women mourning their lost city and loved ones. Euripides offers a poignant commentary on the brutality of war and the plight of the defeated, reflecting on contemporary events such as the Athenian conquest of Melos. Part of a trilogy that includes themes of recognition and betrayal, it stands out for its emotional depth and character-driven narrative, diverging from the connected plots typical of other Greek tragedies.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020

(In brossura)