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Looking at Agamemnon
0Unravel the profound depths of Greek Tragedy with Aeschylus’s iconic “Agamemnon.” This essential collection features twelve scholarly essays exploring the play’s complex themes of murder, revenge, and divine agency. Gain insights from international academics on its links to myth, ritual, and its modern reception in theatre. Contextualized for performance and society, it offers new perspectives on philosophical questions. Featuring an accessible English translation, this volume is a must-read for Indian undergraduates, school students, teachers, and drama enthusiasts seeking a comprehensive study of classical drama.
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Looking at Ajax
0Uncover the profound complexities of Sophocles’ Ajax, a seminal Greek tragedy exploring heroism, breakdown, and the treatment of memory. Set during the legendary siege of Troy, this volume delves into timeless themes of loyalty, power, and compassion, as debated by leading academics. It presents a performer-friendly English translation and expert essays examining the play’s mythic, artistic, political, and therapeutic dimensions. An indispensable resource for students and scholars of classical literature and ancient drama in India seeking deep literary analysis.