“Truly even he errs that is wiser than the wise.”
Quote by Aeschylus
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Delphi Complete Works of Aeschylus (Illustrated)
The book features a selection of Aeschylus's most renowned plays, such as "The Oresteia" and "Prometheus Bound", offering a detailed look into the playwright's contributions to Greek drama. The illustrated format aims to provide a visually engaging exploration of Aeschylus's texts. more
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