Phèdre (Dover Thrift Editions)
by Jean Racine
In Jean Racine's Phèdre, a queen grapples with an illicit passion that unleashes jealousy, deception, and tragedy among her family. This classic French play, rooted in Greek mythology, masterfully portrays the destructive force of forbidden desire and the inexorable pull of fate in a world of royal intrigue.
About This Book
Phèdre is a renowned tragedy by French playwright Jean Racine, first performed in 1677. It reimagines the ancient Greek myth of Phaedra, focusing on themes of passion, guilt, and destiny.
The play centers on the complex emotions and moral dilemmas faced by its characters within a royal household. Racine's elegant verse highlights the inner turmoil and inevitable downfall that define classical tragedy.
As part of the Dover Thrift Editions series, this edition provides an affordable and straightforward presentation of the text, ideal for students and enthusiasts of literature.
Racine's work exemplifies the grandeur of 17th-century French neoclassical drama, adhering to the unities of time, place, and action.
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