The great trilogy that is the wellspring of Western drama.
Information
Publisher:
Nick Hern Books
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
136
ISBN:
9781854591739
Publish year:
2007
Publish date:
April 17, 2007
Aeschylus
Aeschylus, an ancient Greek playwright known for his tragic trilogy "Oresteia," revolutionized Greek drama with his use of multiple characters and grand themes. His distinctive style, characterized by powerful language and intense emotions, laid the foundation for the development of Western theater. Aeschylus is considered the father of tragedy.