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Explore the deep connections between Classical Greek tragedy and the ideas of the Archaic Period in this scholarly work from the Classical Press of Wales. This volume brings together eight leading contemporary interpreters to examine how tragic drama relates to the foundational concepts of ancient Greek thought. Readers will examine the nature of divine justice, the influence of gods on human life, and the tension between fate and human responsibility. The text looks at the instability of fortune, the principle of alternation, and the concepts of hybris and ate. It also addresses the inheritance of guilt and suffering within the genre. This book provides a strong case for understanding how fifth-century ethical and political thought relates to Archaic features. It also covers the connection between tragedy and Presocratic philosophy. It is an essential resource for students and scholars of ancient history, Greek civilization, and classical literature seeking a deeper understanding of how these ancient ideas shaped the dramatic tradition.

Key Features

Includes contributions from eight leading contemporary interpreters of Classical Greek tragedy.

Examines the relationship between tragic drama and the ideas of the Archaic Period.

Analyzes themes of divine justice, the influence of gods, and the role of fate.

Explores concepts of hybris, ate, and the inheritance of guilt and suffering.

Covers the connection between tragedy and Presocratic philosophy.

Discusses the relationship between Archaic genre features and fifth-century political thought.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
28 January 2013
Listed Since
19 May 2012

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