Hyllus: A Drama is a mythic stage work that dives into exile, prophecy, and the price of heroic ambition.
This edition presents Ralph Cheever Dunning’s drama centered on Hyllus, the son of Heracles, as he confronts fate, gods, and the memory of a lost kingdom.
Set before a small temple of Poseidon, the play pairs mortal longing with divine intervention. A cast of gods, goddesses, and mortals debates destiny, while Hyllus faces threats from Eurystheus and a looming future that tests his resolve, courage, and faith in promises made long ago. The language blends classical resonance with an intimate, eerie intensity that lends the spectacle a timeless, tragic atmosphere.
What you’ll experience
- A clash of gods and mortals, where choice meets fate and myth drives action.
- Poetic, densely crafted dialogue that explores desire, power, and honor.
- A vivid, atmospheric setting that evokes ancient landscapes and prophetic dreams.
- Character tensions between a determined hero, a protective mother, and shadowy adversaries.
Ideal for readers who enjoy myth-inspired drama, tragic tension, and richly written classical narratives that probe the costs of destiny.