Agamemnon
Agamemnon

Author: Aeschylus

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2016-09-06

Total Pages: 68

ISBN-13: 9781537484303

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The sense of difficulty, and indeed of awe, with which a scholar approaches the task of translating the Agamemnon depends directly on its greatness as poetry. It is in part a matter of diction. The language of Aeschylus is an extraordinary thing, the syntax stiff and simple, the vocabulary obscure, unexpected, and steeped in splendour. Its peculiarities cannot be disregarded, or the translation will be false in character. Yet not Milton himself could produce in English the same great music, and a translator who should strive ambitiously to represent the complex effect of the original would clog his own powers of expression and strain his instrument to breaking. But, apart from the diction in this narrower sense, there is a quality of atmosphere surrounding the Agamemnon which seems almost to defy reproduction in another setting, because it depends in large measure on the position of the play in the historical development of Greek literature.

The Furies
The Furies

Author: Aeschylus

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2013-04-08

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 1627930280

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This classic trilogy by the great tragedian deals with the bloody history of the House of Atreus. Grand in style, rich in diction and dramatic dialogue, the plays embody Aeschylus' concerns with the destiny and fate of both individuals and the state, all played out under the watchful eye of the gods.

The Seven Plays in English Verse
The Seven Plays in English Verse

Author: Sophocles

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-12

Total Pages: 363

ISBN-13:

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Sophocles' 'The Seven Plays in English Verse' is a collection of timeless Greek tragedies translated into elegant and impactful English poetry. Each play delves into themes of fate, power, and human nature through complex characters and engaging plots, making them relevant to readers of all ages. Sophocles' sophisticated use of language and stirring imagery creates a rich literary experience that resonates with the reader long after the last page is turned. His mastery of dramatic structure and profound insights into the human condition are evident throughout the collection, showcasing his enduring influence on Western literature. Scholars often praise Sophocles for his ability to explore profound philosophical ideas while also crafting compelling narratives that captivate a wide audience. His lyrical verse and keen understanding of human emotion make these plays essential reading for anyone interested in the intersection of art and humanity. 'The Seven Plays in English Verse' is a must-read for anyone seeking to deepen their appreciation of classic literature and the enduring power of storytelling.

Found in Translation
Found in Translation

Author: J. Michael Walton

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2006-07-06

Total Pages: 73

ISBN-13: 1107320984

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In considering the practice and theory of translating Classical Greek plays into English from a theatrical perspective, Found in Translation, first published in 2006, also addresses the wider issues of transferring any piece of theatre from a source into a target language. The history of translating classical tragedy and comedy, here fully investigated, demonstrates how through the ages translators have, wittingly or unwittingly, appropriated Greek plays and made them reflect socio-political concerns of their own era. Chapters are devoted to topics including verse and prose, mask and non-verbal language, stage directions and subtext and translating the comic. Among the plays discussed as 'case studies' are Aeschylus' Agamemnon, Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannus and Euripides' Medea and Alcestis. The book concludes with a consideration of the boundaries between 'translation' and 'adaptation', followed by an appendix of every translation of Greek tragedy and comedy into English from the 1550s to the present day.

The Oresteia of Aeschylus
The Oresteia of Aeschylus

Author: Aeschylus

Publisher: Macmillan

Published: 2000-09-04

Total Pages: 207

ISBN-13: 0374527059

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Presents a modern translation of the ancient Greek trilogy which traces the chain of murder and revenge within the royal family of Argos, commissioned by the Royal National Theatre for performance in the Fall of 1999.

English Translations from the Greek: A Bibliographical Survey
English Translations from the Greek: A Bibliographical Survey

Author: Finley Melville Kendall Foster

Publisher: DigiCat

Published: 2022-06-02

Total Pages: 216

ISBN-13:

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Originating from a study of the people's attitude in the first thirty years of the nineteenth century toward the classics, English Translations from the Greek by Finley Melville Kendall Foster lists the significant translations published during those years. In order to have the necessary material for a close study of the original list, extensive research was conducted for around fifty years. The result of these discoveries is embodied in the list of translations that make up this book's contents. Foster hopes to educate people about and make them familiar with the various kinds of Greek literature that have been popular at different times during the last four hundred and thirty years. He has in no way attempted to discuss the standards or the benchmarks of a good translation, the reason being that the making of an English version of a Greek original presents difficulties little distinct from those of translation from any other language into English.