De Aller-Bedste Bøger - over 12 mio. danske og engelske bøger
Levering: 1 - 2 hverdage
Bag om Erechtheus

"Erechtheus" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is an epic tragedy that delves into the mythological past of ancient Greece. Set in the legendary city of Athens, Swinburne's play chronicles the events surrounding the legendary King Erechtheus and his fateful decision to sacrifice his daughters to save his city from destruction. Through vivid imagery and lyrical language, Swinburne captures the grandeur and tragedy of the ancient world, exploring themes of fate, honor, and the inexorable march of time. As the drama unfolds, readers are drawn into a world of divine intervention, mortal ambition, and the complex interplay between gods and men. "Erechtheus" stands as a testament to Swinburne's poetic genius and his ability to breathe new life into classical mythology, inviting readers to ponder timeless questions of morality, sacrifice, and the nature of heroism.

Vis mere
  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9791041989133
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Udgivet:
  • 19. marts 2024
  • Størrelse:
  • 189x246x3 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 122 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 14. december 2024
På lager
Forlænget returret til d. 31. januar 2025

Normalpris

Abonnementspris

- Rabat på køb af fysiske bøger
- 1 valgfrit digitalt ugeblad
- 20 timers lytning og læsning
- Adgang til 70.000+ titler
- Ingen binding

Abonnementet koster 75 kr./md.
Ingen binding og kan opsiges når som helst.

Beskrivelse af Erechtheus

"Erechtheus" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is an epic tragedy that delves into the mythological past of ancient Greece. Set in the legendary city of Athens, Swinburne's play chronicles the events surrounding the legendary King Erechtheus and his fateful decision to sacrifice his daughters to save his city from destruction. Through vivid imagery and lyrical language, Swinburne captures the grandeur and tragedy of the ancient world, exploring themes of fate, honor, and the inexorable march of time. As the drama unfolds, readers are drawn into a world of divine intervention, mortal ambition, and the complex interplay between gods and men. "Erechtheus" stands as a testament to Swinburne's poetic genius and his ability to breathe new life into classical mythology, inviting readers to ponder timeless questions of morality, sacrifice, and the nature of heroism.

Brugerbedømmelser af Erechtheus



Find lignende bøger
Bogen Erechtheus findes i følgende kategorier: