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Ajax

Ajax

Sophocles

Hardcover

Ancient GreeceFiction AnthologiesPlays

ISBN10: 116921374X
ISBN13: 9781169213746
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 60
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.25 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Ajax is a Greek tragedy written by Sophocles, one of the greatest playwrights of ancient Greece. The play tells the story of Ajax, a Greek warrior who fought in the Trojan War. Ajax is a proud and brave soldier, but he is also deeply wounded by the betrayal of his commanders and comrades. When he is passed over for an important honor, he becomes enraged and vows to take revenge. However, his anger and despair drive him to madness, and he ultimately takes his own life. The play explores themes of pride, honor, loyalty, and the devastating effects of war on the human psyche. It is a powerful and timeless work of literature that continues to resonate with modern audiences.Athena 'twas I Restrained Him, Casting On His Eyes O'ermastering Notions Of That Baneful Ecstasy, That Turned His Rage On Flocks And Mingled Droves Of Booty Yet Unshared, Guarded By Herdsmen. Then Plunging Amid The Thronging Horns He Slew.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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