About the Book
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SynopsisSeven Famous Greek Plays edited by Whitney J. Oates and Eugene O'Neill Jr. (1950) is a carefully curated anthology designed to introduce general readers and students to the greatest masterworks of ancient Greek drama. The collection brings together seven landmark plays spanning tragedy and comedy, including works by the three towering tragedians — Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides — as well as the comic genius Aristophanes. Among the plays typically included are Agamemnon, Oedipus the King, Medea, and The Birds, representing the full range of themes and forms that made Greek theater one of the most enduring artistic achievements of Western civilization. Published by the Modern Library, the anthology features accessible translations and serves as both an excellent introduction for newcomers and a reliable reference for those already familiar with the classical tradition.
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Publication1950, The Modern Library, New York