1. Oresteia & The Parthenon
Aeschylus aptly personifies the basis of this societal value with the words of Athena: ?... Likewise, the immortality of Aeschylus? ... In Agamemnon, the first play, Clytemnestra kills the King brutally, heartlessly, inspired by her angry, vengeful nature, her lust for power, and, quite probably, the hellish Furies. ... In addition, Aeschylus moves the setting of the play during its progression from a distant polis to his audience's very own city. ...
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- Approx Pages: 5
- Grade Level: High School