Experience Racine in new verse: a powerful metrical English rendering of a classical tragedy.
This edition presents a faithful, dramatic rendition of the tragedy that unfolds in ancient Rome, tracing the entwined destinies of Titus and Berenice. Through heightened, melodic verse, the drama explores love, duty, political pressure, and the personal costs of imperial power, delivering intense scenes and enduring themes to modern readers.
- A lyrical, metrical translation that preserves the mood and stakes of Racine’s drama
- Compelling dialogue between a weary emperor, a devoted queen, and those around them
- Rich Roman setting, conflicts between personal longing and public obligation
- Timeless themes of loyalty, passion, and the cost of ruling
Ideal for fans of classical tragedy and verse translations seeking a vivid, accessible entry to Racine’s stagecraft.