Euripides Alcestis, 9780199254668
Hardcover
A queen’s sacrifice, a king’s grief, a play for ages.

Euripides Alcestis

with introduction and commentary

$295.48

  • Hardcover

    400 pages

  • Release Date

    1 March 2007

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Summary

Alcestis: A Timeless Tragedy

Alcestis is recognized as one of Euripides’ most profound and multifaceted plays, sparking debate and admiration in equal measure. Despite its significance, a comprehensive annotated edition in English has been absent for over half a century, save for D. J. Conacher’s student text. This edition aims to facilitate in-depth analysis and serve as a gateway to a comprehensive understanding of the play. The introduction delves into the mythological and folklo…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780199254668
ISBN-10:0199254664
Author:L.P.E. Parker
Publisher:Oxford University Press
Imprint:Oxford University Press
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:400
Release Date:1 March 2007
Weight:715g
Dimensions:241mm x 162mm x 27mm
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welcome…the interests of both students and scholars are well served.

welcome…the interests of both students and scholars are well served. * David Sansone, Classical World *

About The Author

L.P.E. Parker

L. P. E. Parker is Emeritus Fellow, St Hugh’s College, Oxford.

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