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Iphigenia In Taurus

Iphigenia In Taurus

Goethe, Johann Wolfgang Von

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ISBN10: 1162904402
ISBN13: 9781162904405
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 78
Weight: 0.26
Height: 0.16 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Iphigenia in Taurus is a play written by the renowned German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The story is based on the Greek myth of Iphigenia, the daughter of Agamemnon, who was sacrificed to the goddess Artemis in order to ensure a successful battle against Troy. In Goethe's version, Iphigenia has been rescued from her fate by the goddess and is living in exile in Taurus. The play opens with Iphigenia and her priestess companion, Arkas, preparing for a sacrifice to the goddess. However, their plans are interrupted when two strangers arrive on the island seeking refuge. These strangers turn out to be Iphigenia's long-lost brother, Orestes, and his friend Pylades. They have come to Taurus to steal a statue of Artemis in order to end a curse that has been placed on Orestes' family. As the play unfolds, Iphigenia and Orestes gradually discover each other's true identities and form a plan to escape from Taurus. However, their escape is complicated by the fact that Iphigenia has fallen in love with one of her captors, Thoas, the king of Taurus. The play culminates in a dramatic confrontation between Iphigenia, Orestes, and Thoas, in which the true nature of their relationships is revealed and the curse is finally lifted. Iphigenia in Taurus is a powerful exploration of themes such as family, sacrifice, and redemption. Goethe's lyrical language and vivid characters bring the ancient myth to life in a way that is both timeless and deeply moving. This play is a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature or the works of one of the greatest writers of the German language.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Dramatic Works of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417948965.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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