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"Erechtheus" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is an epic tragedy that delves into the mythological past of ancient Greece. Set in the legendary city of Athens, Swinburne's play chronicles the events surrounding the legendary King Erechtheus and his fateful decision to sacrifice his daughters to save his city from destruction. Through vivid imagery and lyrical language, Swinburne captures the grandeur and tragedy of the ancient world, exploring themes of fate, honor, and the inexorable march of time. As the drama unfolds, readers are drawn into a world of divine intervention, mortal ambition, and the complex interplay between gods and men. "Erechtheus" stands as a testament to Swinburne's poetic genius and his ability to breathe new life into classical mythology, inviting readers to ponder timeless questions of morality, sacrifice, and the nature of heroism.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9791041989133
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Udgivet:
  • 19. marts 2024
  • Størrelse:
  • 189x246x3 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 122 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 9. december 2024

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"Erechtheus" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is an epic tragedy that delves into the mythological past of ancient Greece. Set in the legendary city of Athens, Swinburne's play chronicles the events surrounding the legendary King Erechtheus and his fateful decision to sacrifice his daughters to save his city from destruction. Through vivid imagery and lyrical language, Swinburne captures the grandeur and tragedy of the ancient world, exploring themes of fate, honor, and the inexorable march of time. As the drama unfolds, readers are drawn into a world of divine intervention, mortal ambition, and the complex interplay between gods and men. "Erechtheus" stands as a testament to Swinburne's poetic genius and his ability to breathe new life into classical mythology, inviting readers to ponder timeless questions of morality, sacrifice, and the nature of heroism.

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