Este distinguido erudito clásico y político británico dedicó su carrera al estudio y la interpretación de textos antiguos. Su obra profundizó en la riqueza de la literatura clásica, haciendo que sus profundas intuiciones fueran accesibles a un público más amplio. Abordó sus esfuerzos académicos con una mente analítica aguda, contribuyendo significativamente a la comprensión del mundo antiguo. Su legado intelectual continúa informando e inspirando a aquellos interesados en los cimientos del pensamiento y la cultura occidental.
Electra, una joven de dieciocho años, vive con su tía tras la muerte de su madre. Se enamora de Máximo, su primo, sin saber que son hermanos. Don Salvador revela ser su padre y, desilusionada, Electra se retira a un convento. Allí, el espíritu de su madre le asegura que los rumores son falsos y le aconseja regresar con Máximo.
It begins with the arrival of Oedipus in Colonus after years of wandering; it ends with Antigone setting off toward her own fate in Thebes. schovat popis
This book offers a translation of the plays of the Greek playwright Sophocles into English. Richard Claverhouse Jebb's version retains the power and beauty of the original Greek, while making it accessible to modern readers. Part 3 includes plays such as 'Electra' and 'The Trachiniae', as well as fragments from Sophocles' lost plays.
Sophocles is one of the giants of ancient Greek drama, and this collection brings together all of his extant plays and fragments. From the timeless tragedy of Oedipus Rex to the less well-known but equally powerful Ajax, each work is a masterpiece of dramatic storytelling. With an introduction and notes by the renowned classicist Richard Jebb, this volume is an essential addition to any library of ancient literature.
In this book, Richard Claverhouse Jebb presents two lectures on modern Greece, exploring the country's history, culture, and political situation. He also includes several papers on related subjects, such as the architecture and literature of Greece. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Greece.
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the works of Sophocles, one of ancient Greece's most celebrated playwrights. Jebb examines each of Sophocles' plays in detail, providing critical notes and a translation of the original text into English prose.
Jebb's definitive study of ancient Greek poetry, from Homer to the Hellenistic poets. With its meticulous scholarship and elegant prose, this book remains an essential resource for students and scholars of classical literature.
This book is a comprehensive guide to the plays and fragments of Sophocles. It includes critical notes, commentary and translation in English prose. The book is a must-read for anyone studying Sophocles and his works. It is written by Richard Claverhouse Jebb, a renowned classical scholar.