Alcestis (Way Translation)

Alcestis (Way Translation)

by Euripides

Euripides' *Alcestis* is a powerful and moving tragedy exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and the nature of mortality. Alcestis, a virtuous queen, chooses to die in place of her husband, Admetus, the King of Pherae. The play delves into the complex relationship between gods and mortals, the consequences of personal ambition, and the enduring power of love. Euripides' masterful use of dramatic irony and poetic language creates a compelling narrative that continues to resonate with audiences centuries later.

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Euripides was a tragedian of classical Athens. Along with Aeschylus and Sophocles, he is one of the three ancient Greek tragedians for whom any plays have survived in full. Some ancient scholars attri...

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