Erechtheus: A Tragedy (1876)

By Algernon Charles Swinburne

Book Overview

Erechtheus: A Tragedy is a play written by Algernon Charles Swinburne and published in 1876. The play is based on the ancient Greek myth of King Erechtheus, who sacrifices his daughter to save Athens from invasion. Swinburne's version of the story explores themes of sacrifice, duty, and the clash between personal and political obligations. The play is written in blank verse and features a chorus of Athenian women who provide commentary on the action. Swinburne's poetic language and vivid imagery create a powerful and emotional portrayal of a tragic hero and the cost of leadership. The play was well-received by critics and helped establish Swinburne as a major literary figure of the Victorian era.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164084151
• ISBN13: 9781164084150
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 118 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"