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ISBN13: 9781024732450
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 64
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Latin
Dracontii Orestes Tragoedia is a Latin dramatic work presenting the tragic story of Orestes, son of Agamemnon, known from Greek mythology and drama. Written by Blossius Aemilius Dracontius, a poet of Roman North Africa in the late 5th century AD, this play offers a window into the reception and adaptation of classical themes in the post-Roman world. The text provides valuable insights into the literary and cultural landscape of its time, showcasing the enduring influence of Greek myth on Latin literature.
This edition allows modern readers to engage with Dracontius's dramatic interpretation of the Orestes myth, exploring themes of revenge, fate, and justice as they resonated within the context of late antiquity. A significant work for students and scholars of Latin literature, classical drama, and late antique history.
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