Excerpt from Euripides and the Spirit of His Dramas
Among the many studies that have been made of this great poet the late Professor Paul Decharme's Euripide et l'esprit de son Theatre is noteworthy at once for its breadth Qf view, power of close analysis, and vigor (f presentation. I had greatly profited by the author's learned and persuasive treatment of his theme in this book, and thought that I might render good service by translating it into English; fir there are still some English-speaking students whose unfamiliarity with French bars their way to books written in that language. Professor Deckarme, with whom I had the good fortune to be personally acquainted, readily gave his consent, and continued to manifest lively and friendly interest in my under taking as it progressed. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the life and work of Euripides, a prominent Greek tragic playwright of the 5th century BCE. The author examines Euripides' critical spirit, his philosophical views, and his dramatic art, contextualizing his work within the broader landscape of ancient Greek thought and theater. Through analysis of Euripides' plays and fragments, the book delves into his skepticism toward traditional beliefs, his focus on human nature, and his innovative approach to tragedy, which emphasized realism, emotional intensity, and social commentary. The author argues that Euripides' groundbreaking ideas and techniques left an indelible mark on Greek drama, influenced subsequent playwrights, and continue to resonate with readers today, solidifying his status as a literary giant whose work remains relevant and thought-provoking. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330265147_0
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