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형식
페이퍼백
페이지
320
언어
영어
출판됨
Jan 1, 2004
출판사
Penguin
ISBN-10
0140441220
ISBN-13
9780140441222
설명
In this compelling collection of classic tragedies, the themes of familial loyalty and personal sacrifice take center stage. The narratives unfold the powerful stories of Iphigenia, Phaedra, and Athaliah, each reflecting the intense emotional and moral dilemmas faced by women in a patriarchal society. Iphigenia's tale is marked by her unwavering obedience to her father's command, highlighting the heavy toll of duty over personal desire.
Phaedra's story explores the destructive nature of forbidden love and the conflict between passion and honor, while Athaliah grapples with themes of power and betrayal within her royal lineage. These timeless works resonate with echoes of despair and resilience, offering profound insights into the human condition through the lens of women's struggles against societal constraints.
Phaedra's story explores the destructive nature of forbidden love and the conflict between passion and honor, while Athaliah grapples with themes of power and betrayal within her royal lineage. These timeless works resonate with echoes of despair and resilience, offering profound insights into the human condition through the lens of women's struggles against societal constraints.
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