Reading Greek Tragedy

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Focusing on Greek tragedy, this advanced critical introduction caters to readers with limited knowledge of the Greek language. It combines insightful analyses of individual plays with a thorough exploration of the complexities in interpreting Greek tragic texts through a modern literary lens. The author emphasizes the necessity of understanding fifth-century Athenian culture and civic ideology, arguing that mere translations or transliterations fall short without this cultural context, thereby enriching the reader's engagement with the tragedies.