Electra (Murray Translation)

Electra (Murray Translation)

by Euripides

Euripides' *Electra* is a powerful and moving reimagining of the classic Greek myth. It delves into the complex themes of revenge, family, and the influence of fate. Electra, consumed by hatred for her mother Clytemnestra and stepfather Aegisthus, yearns for the return of her brother Orestes to avenge their father's murder. When Orestes arrives, their actions, fueled by vengeance, lead to a tragic outcome, leaving the characters grappling with the consequences of their choices. Euripides challenges traditional interpretations of the myth, presenting a nuanced and empathetic portrayal of Clytemnestra, while questioning the divine mandate for revenge and highlighting the profound psychological complexities of human behavior.

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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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