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“A man's most valuable trait is a judicious sense of what not to believe.”

Quote by Euripides

Book:Euripides IV: Helen, The Phoenician Women, Orestes

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Euripides IV: Helen, The Phoenician Women, Orestes

Euripides IV: Helen, The Phoenician Women, Orestes is a compilation of three classical Greek tragedies. 'Helen' explores the legend of Helen of Troy, 'The Phoenician Women' delves into the story of the daughters of King Priam, and 'Orestes' portrays the tale of Orestes and his quest for justice after the murder of his parents. more

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Euripides, a renowned Greek tragic playwright, is one of the three great tragic poets of ancient Greece, alongside Aeschylus and Sophocles. His life and achievements are not well-documented. more

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