Four Plays of Aeschylus: The Suppliant Maidens. The Persians. The Seven Against Thebes. The Prometheus Bound.

“”Four Plays of Aeschylus”” is a collection of classical Greek tragedies by Aeschylus, translated into English verse by E.D.A. Morshead. The collection includes “”The Suppliant Maidens,”” “”The Persians,”” “”The Seven Against Thebes,”” and “”Prometheus Bound.”” These plays showcase Aeschylus’s masterful storytelling and profound themes, ranging from divine justice and human suffering to the consequences of pride and the struggle for power. “”The Suppliant Maidens”” follows the daughters of Danaus as they seek protection from forced marriage. “”The Persians”” depicts the aftermath of the Persian defeat at Salamis. “”The Seven Against Thebes”” tells the story of the conflict between Oedipus’s sons. “”Prometheus Bound”” focuses on the Titan Prometheus, who defies Zeus and suffers for bringing fire to humanity. Each play offers a unique glimpse into the ancient Greek worldview and the timeless human condition. Aeschylus (c. 525/524 – c. 456/455 BCE) was an ancient Greek tragedian, often considered the father of tragedy. He expanded the number of characters in plays to allow for conflict among them, thus laying the groundwork for the dramatic form. Aeschylus’s surviving works, including the Oresteia trilogy, are characterized by their profound themes, complex characters, and innovative use of the chorus. His influence on the development of Greek drama and Western literature is immeasurable. E.D.A. Morshead (1849–1912) was an English classical scholar and translator. His translations of Greek tragedies into English verse are celebrated for their accuracy and poetic quality, making the works of Aeschylus accessible to a broader audience. —- ISBN: 9798329098990