Alcestis/Hippolytus/Iphigenia in Tauris by Philip Vellacott, Euripides

Alcestis/Hippolytus/Iphigenia in Tauris

Philip Vellacott, Euripides

189 pages first pub 1980 (editions)

fiction classics play challenging reflective slow-paced
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One of the greatest playwrights of Ancient Greece, the works of Euripides (484-406 BC) were revolutionary in their depiction of tragic events caused by flawed humanity, and in their use of the gods as symbols of human nature. The three plays in th...

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Community Reviews Summary of 13 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
dark 100%
emotional 100%
funny 100%
reflective 100%

Pace

medium 50%
fast 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.69

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