Marriage to Death

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Exploring the intertwining of weddings and death in Greek tragedies, the book delves into how female characters like Kassandra, Antigone, and Helen navigate these significant rituals, often blurring the lines between them. Rush Rehm analyzes the dramatic convergence of these ceremonies in the works of Aeschylus, Sophokles, and Euripides, revealing how societal pressures shape the portrayal of these events. This fresh perspective highlights the complexities and challenges faced by audiences in ancient Athenian society.