Euripides' 'Iphigeneia in Aulis' is a tragic play that explores the ethical dilemmas faced by Agamemnon as he is forced to sacrifice his daughter to appease the gods and ensure a favorable wind for the Greek fleet to sail to Troy. The play is marked by its compelling dialogue, complex characters, and intense emotional conflicts, making it a quintessential example of ancient Greek tragedy. Euripides' skillful portrayal of familial loyalty, duty, and the consequences of war elevates the narrative to a timeless masterpiece in the literary canon. 'Iphigeneia in Aulis' embodies the essence of Greek tragedy, challenging audiences to consider the moral implications of sacrifice and the intricacies of human nature. As a prominent playwright of ancient Greece, Euripides drew inspiration from contemporary events and mythological themes to craft a thought-provoking and profound work that continues to resonate with readers today. I highly recommend 'Iphigeneia in Aulis' to those interested in exploring the complexities of human existence through the lens of ancient drama.
Harvard Classics - Complete Collection of the Greatest Works of World Literature
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Homer, Sophokles, Euripides, Aischylos, Aristophanes, Herodot, Thukydides, Äsop, Xenophon, Platon, Aristoteles, Epiktet, Lukian, Alkiphron
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Aristotle, Plato, Euripides, Gilbert Murray, Epictetus, Pindar, Theocritus, Homer, Plutarch, Aeschylus, Sophocles, Aristophanes, Herodotus, Anacreon, Sappho, Thucydides, Hesiod, Demosthenes, Lysias, Alcaeus, Archilochus, Theognis of Megara, Simonides of Ceos, Bacchylides, Apollonius, Callimachus
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