Introduction to Euripides
Of the more than a thousand tragedies performed in ancient Athens, thirty-one have survived. Seventeen of these were written by Euripides (484-406 BC). This edition begins with his earliest work, Medea, and ends with his last tragedy, the Bacchae. Euripides is known for his sharp and realistic view of human nature.
Content and themes
Medea describes the aftermath of the Argonaut expedition led by Jason, with personal conflicts and dramas as the central theme. The Bacchae deals with religious madness and ecstasy. In addition, this collection contains four works about the Trojan War:
- Iphigenia in Aulis – about the sacrifice of Iphigenia and its impact on her family
- Trojan Women – the war seen through the eyes of women from the royal family
- Electra – about murder within the family
- Orestes – Electra's younger brother who helps her with a murder
Target audience and use
This teaching material is suitable for enthusiasts of classical literature and students interested in Greek tragedy. The text is in Dutch and suitable for a higher language level (C1-C2). The material is ideal for self-study, education, and work-related purposes.
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