“For this our task hath Fate spun without fail to last for ever sure, that we on man weighed down with deeds of hate should follow till the earth his life immure. Nor when he dies can he boast of being truly free.”
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The Tragedies of Æschylos: A New Translation, with a Biographical Essay, and an Appendix of Rhymed Choral Odes
The Tragedies of Æschylos: A New Translation, with a Biographical Essay, and an Appendix of Rhymed Choral Odes is a scholarly work that includes a fresh translation of the plays by Æschylos, a prominent figure in ancient Greek drama. The book also includes a biographical essay that provides insight into the playwright's life and work. Additionally, it features an appendix containing rhymed choral odes, which are a significant part of Æschylos' dramatic style. more
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