In this new translation of Euripides' celebrated Greek tragedy, W.S. Merwin and George E. Dimock, Jr. offer a compelling look at the devastating consequence of 'man's inhumanity to man.' A stern critique of Greek culture, Iphigeneia at Aulis condemns the Trojan War by depicting the power of political ambition and the ensuing repercussions of thoughtlessly falling to the will of constituency. The translation impressively re-creates the broad array of moral and emotional tones conveyed by Euripides, with a comprehensive introduction, notes on the text, and a glossary of mythical and geographical terms.
- ISBN10 1625587619
- ISBN13 9781625587619
- Publish Date 13 March 2013 (first published December 1954)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Start Publishing
- Format eBook (EPUB)
- Pages 36
- Language English