Publisher's Synopsis
Aeschylus In English Verse, Part 1: The Seven Against Thebes, The Persians is a book written by Aeschylus and translated into English by various translators in 1906. The book is divided into two parts, the first of which includes two of Aeschylus' most famous plays: The Seven Against Thebes and The Persians. The Seven Against Thebes is a tragedy that tells the story of the conflict between two brothers, Eteocles and Polynices, over who will rule the city of Thebes. The play follows the two brothers as they lead their armies into battle, ultimately resulting in a tragic ending for both. The Persians is also a tragedy, but it focuses on the aftermath of the Persian Wars, specifically the Battle of Salamis. The play is unique in that it is the only surviving ancient Greek drama that deals with contemporary events rather than mythological tales. The Persians is a powerful exploration of the themes of hubris, pride, and the consequences of war. Aeschylus In English Verse, Part 1: The Seven Against Thebes, The Persians is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature, tragedy, and drama. The book provides a fascinating insight into the world of ancient Greece, and the translation into English allows modern readers to appreciate the beauty and power of Aeschylus' writing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
