An Oresteia: Agamemnon by Aiskhylos; Elektra by Sophokles; Orestes by Euripides
by Aeschylus, Euripides, Sophocles
An Oresteia gathers Agamemnon by Aischhylos, Elektra by Sophokles, and Orestes by Euripides in Anne Carson's vivid translation. These interconnected tragedies trace the Atreus family's saga of war, revenge, and reckoning, from Troy's fall to Orestes' tormented quest for absolution. A compelling entry into ancient Greek drama's profound explorations of human frailty.
About This Book
An Oresteia reimagines the ancient Greek story of the cursed House of Atreus through three pivotal plays. Aischhylos's Agamemnon depicts the triumphant king's return from Troy and the tragic consequences of his past actions.
Sophokles's Elektra focuses on the daughter's unyielding grief and determination to avenge her father's murder, driving the narrative toward retribution.
Euripides's Orestes examines the aftermath of matricide, as the son grapples with guilt, madness, and the pursuit of redemption amid divine and human judgment.
Translated by acclaimed poet Anne Carson, this collection preserves the rhythmic language and emotional depth of the originals while making them accessible to contemporary readers.
The plays highlight enduring themes of fate, family, and moral ambiguity in classical tragedy.
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