Ευμενίδες

Language: Greek, ModernPublished: March 19, 2012

Subjects:

Tragedies (Drama)Orestes, King of Argos (Mythological character)Drama

Bookshelves:

Fiction Literature History - Ancient

Authors:

Aeschylus, 526 BCE-457 BCE
Grypares, I. N. (Ioannes N.)
1870 - 1942

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In the heart of ancient Greece, as the dawn of democracy began to take shape, Aeschylus crafted "Ευμενίδες," a pivotal work in the Oresteia trilogy. This classic tragedy delves into themes of justice and vengeance, exploring the conflict between the relentless Furies and the emerging principles of law and order. As Orestes grapples with the consequences of his actions, the play introduces the transformative idea of divine retribution versus human legal systems. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians, "Ευμενίδες" illuminates the foundations of moral and civic responsibility. Engage with Aeschylus's profound insights into the balance of power and the birth of a new societal order, making it a timeless study of human nature and justice.