Stories from the Greek Tragedians by Alfred John Church

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Author Church, Alfred John, 1829-1912
Illustrator Flaxman, John, 1755-1826
LoC No. 42029895
Title Stories from the Greek Tragedians
Credits Produced by David Kline, Josephine Paolucci, Joshua Hutchinson and
the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Summary "Stories from the Greek Tragedians" by Alfred John Church is a collection of retellings of classic Greek tragedies, likely written in the late 19th century. This work aims to present the tales of well-known characters from Greek mythology, making their profound themes accessible to a modern audience. The stories explored within this collection include the loves, betrayals, and tragic fates of legendary figures such as Alcestis, Medea, Hercules, and Antigone, among others. At the start of the collected stories, the narrative begins with "The Story of the Love of Alcestis," detailing the devotion of Alcestis, who willingly sacrifices herself for her husband's life, King Admetus. The text captures her quiet bravery as she prepares for her own death, displaying a poignant mix of love and resignation. The opening also introduces the intervention of Apollo and Death, setting a mythological backdrop that underscores the themes of sacrifice and the inevitability of fate. Church's adaptation intricately weaves together elements of love, honor, and tragedy, establishing a rich foundation for the tragic tales that follow in this collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Greek drama (Tragedy) -- Stories, plots, etc.
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EBook-No. 14994
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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