The Tragedies of Seneca by Lucius Annaeus Seneca
"The Tragedies of Seneca" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a collection of dramatic works from ancient Rome, likely written during the first century AD. This work consists of several tragedies that explore themes of fate, morality, and the human condition, showcasing rich rhetorical styles and philosophical undertones. The collection often draws from Greek sources, adapting their narratives while embedding Roman cultural and moral sensibilities. The opening of the collection introduces the tragedy
of Oedipus, setting the scene before the royal palace in Thebes during a time of plague and mourning. The titular character, Oedipus, grapples with profound despair as he confronts the disastrous fate foretold by the oracle: he fears the possibility of committing parricide and incest. As he seeks to uncover the truth behind the afflictions of his kingdom, the narrative delves into his inner conflict regarding identity, familial relationships, and predestination, establishing a sense of dramatic tension that permeates the unfolding tragedy. This beginning engages readers with Oedipus’s tumultuous emotions, laying the groundwork for a deep exploration of tragic themes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Seneca, Lucius Annaeus, 5? BCE-65 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Manly, John Matthews, 1865-1940 |
| Translator | Miller, Frank Justus, 1858-1938 |
| LoC No. | 07040850 |
| Title |
The Tragedies of Seneca Translated into English Verse, to Which Have Been Appended Comparative Analyses of the Corresponding Greek and Roman Plays, and a Mythological Index |
| Note | Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Senecan_tragedy |
| Contents | The influence of the tragedies of Seneca upon early English drama -- The tragedies of Seneca translated: Oedipus. Phoenissae. Medea. Hercules Furens. Phaedra or Hippolytus. Hercules Oetaeus. Thyestes. Troades. Agamemnon. Octavia, with a review of the Roman historical drama -- Comparative analyses of Seneca's tragedies and the corresponding Greek dramas -- Mythological index. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Ted Garvin, Eleni Christofaki, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Mythology, Classical -- Drama |
| Subject | Seneca, Lucius Annaeus, approximately 4 B.C.-65 A.D. -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57999 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2018 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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