Seneca
Tragedies
- ISBN 13:
- 9781420966978
- author:
- Seneca
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- digireads
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 318
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 1.8 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- History, General, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Tragedies by Seneca A collection of ten tragedies that have stood the test of time, offering a unique perspective on human nature and the dramatic form. Seneca's plays are known for their concise and balanced structure, which differs from the expansive Greek tragedies. Instead, characters in his works remain relatively unchanged, and violence is often depicted on stage rather than being recalled by characters to the audience. This edition features translations of Ella Isabel Harris and is printed on premium acid-free paper. These tragedies have had a lasting impact on Western drama, influencing writers such as Thomas Kyd, Ben Jonson, and William Shakespeare. This collection provides an opportunity to explore Seneca's distinctive brand of drama, which continues to fascinate readers today.
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