36 pages • 1 hour read
AeschylusEumenides
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Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Eumenides by Aeschylus, Orestes seeks purification after killing his mother Clytemnestra to avenge his father. Pursued by the Furies, he turns to Apollo and then Athena for help. Athena organizes a trial in Athens, where Apollo argues for Orestes's acquittal successfully. The Furies, initially enraged, are pacified by Athena and transformed into the Eumenides, protectors of justice.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Aeschylus’ Eumenides is lauded for its rich examination of justice, divine intervention, and societal order. Critics appreciate its profound philosophical themes and dramatic culmination of the Oresteia trilogy. However, some find its dense Greek mythology challenging and its pacing uneven. Overall, it remains a pivotal work in classical literature, praised for its thematic depth and dramatic intensity.
Who Should Read Eumenides?
Readers who enjoy ancient Greek tragedies, themes of justice and fate, and moral dilemmas will appreciate Aeschylus' Eumenides. Fans of works like Sophocles' Oedipus Rex and Shakespeare’s Hamlet will find its exploration of divine influence on human affairs compelling.
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Reading Age
15-18yearsBook Details
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Emotions/Behavior: Guilt
Ancient Greece
Drama / Tragedy
Play: Drama
Philosophy
Trauma / Abuse / Violence