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“For hostile word let hostile word be paid.”

Quote by Aeschylus

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The Oresteia is a three-play cycle that delves into themes of justice, revenge, and the human condition. It follows the House of Atreus, particularly the characters of Agamemnon, Clytemnestra, and their son Orestes, as they grapple with the consequences of their actions during and after the Trojan War. more

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Aeschylus, a renowned Greek tragic poet, is hailed as the 'Father of Tragedy'. His works have had a profound impact on the development of drama, with masterpieces such as 'Prometheus Bound' and 'Agamemnon'. more

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