Sophocles: Electra

Treating ancient plays as living drama.

Eric Dugdale (Author)

9780521678261, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 11 December 2008

130 pages
19.8 x 12.7 x 0.7 cm, 0.16 kg

Treating ancient plays as living drama. Classical Greek drama is brought vividly to life in this series of new translations. Students are encouraged to engage with the text through detailed commentaries, including suggestions for discussion and analysis. In addition, numerous practical questions stimulate ideas on staging and encourage students to explore the play's dramatic qualities. Electra is suitable for students of both Classical Civilisation and Drama. Useful features include full synopsis of the play, commentary alongside translation for easy reference and a comprehensive introduction to the Greek Theatre. Electra is aimed primarily at A-level and undergraduate students in the UK, and college students in North America.

Preface
Background to the story of Electra
Suggestions for further reading
Map
Genealogical table
List of characters
Commentary and Translation
Synopsis of the play
Pronunciation of names
Introduction to Greek Theatre
Time line
Index.

Subject Areas: Educational: Languages other than English [YQF]