Medea
'Medea' Summary
Medea is a play by the Roman playwright Seneca the Younger. It is based on the Greek myth of Medea, a sorceress who helps Jason and the Argonauts to steal the Golden Fleece. After Jason betrays Medea and marries another woman, Medea takes revenge by killing their children and Jason's new wife. The play is a powerful and tragic exploration of the themes of betrayal, revenge, and the destructive power of love.Book Details
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