Iphigenia At Aulis

By Translator Lady Lumley

On the windswept shores of ancient Greece, a king's impossible choice will ignite the greatest war of mythic memory. In "Iphigenia At Aulis", the origins of the Trojan War are laid bare, as sacrifice and fate entwine in a haunting verse drama that has moved audiences for centuries. This classic tragedy edition, masterfully translated by Lady Lumley, brings the full force of Greek myth retellings into vivid modern clarity, capturing the anguish, duty, and desperate hope at the heart of one of theatre's most enduring tales. Set in the shadow of Mycenaean Greece, the play unfolds at Aulis, where Agamemnon must weigh the life of his daughter Iphigenia against the call of destiny and the demands of an assembled army. Each line pulses with the tension of ancient Greek tragedy, echoing the themes of Sophocles and Aeschylus tragedies while standing as a singular exploration of family, power, and the tragic cost of war. Lady Lumley's verse drama translation offers a rare, resonant voice, making this edition invaluable for classics course reading, theatre students' study, and anyone drawn to the timeless dilemmas of the human spirit. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Whether you are a casual reader enchanted by Greek myth, a scholar building a Greek tragedy anthology, or a collector of cultural treasures, "Iphigenia At Aulis" stands as a testament to the enduring power of classical drama and the enduring relevance of ancient stories.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354413080
• ISBN13: 9789354413087
• Release Date: February 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"