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The plays presented all treat of difierent themes, and they have been carefully gleaned from the whole realm of dramatic literature. It is not contended that there are not other plays of equal merit that might have been selected. It is merely claimed that the plays that have been selected are all representative plays of great dramatists. Shakespeare, the greatest of all dramatists, has been omitted for the reason that his plays have been issued in innumerable editions, and are to be found in nearly every private library throughout the land. Shakespeare's dramatic method, moreover, partakes of such infinite variety that it would have been well-night impossible to determine which of his plays would best represent him. His comprehensive wisdom and his profound knowledge of human nature make him seem almost superhuman. He surpassed all his predecessors in the drawing of his characters, which range over almost every type of humanity furnishing a suitable subject for the tragic or the comic art. Indeed, he has never been approached by any of his competitors in any branch of the drama illustrated by his genius.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2017
- ISBN 10 1330308379
- ISBN 13 9781330308370
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages490
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores several influential works of classic Greek drama, from famous authors such as Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Molià re, Calderà n, and Goethe. It begins with an introduction by the author, which explores some of the salient features of each play, placing them within their original historical context. Following this introduction, each play is presented in its entirety and in its original verse form. The plays explore a variety of themes, including divine justice, fate, free will, the human condition, political power, love, honor, and sacrifice. They offer profound insights into the human experience and grapple with timeless questions about our place in the universe and our relationships to one another. The authorâs nuanced exploration of these works provides readers with an engaging and thought-provoking journey through the landscape of classic Greek drama. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330308370_0
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