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  • Agamemnon

  • By: Aeschylus
  • Narrated by: Keira Grace
  • Length: 1 hr and 30 mins
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Agamemnon

By: Aeschylus
Narrated by: Keira Grace
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Agamemnon is the first part of the Oresteia trilogy by the Greek playwright Aeschylus. Each of the plays that form part of The Oresteia can stand alone, but they perfectly complement one other in a longer narrative. Agamemnon provides the seed of all the themes that are explored in part two, The Libation Bearers, and three, The Eumenides.

Agamemnon tells the story of the homecoming of Agamemnon, the King of Mycenae, after the fall of Troy. Waiting for him at home was his wife, Queen Clytemnestra, with murder in her heart. She wants him dead to avenge the sacrifice of her daughter Iphigenia, to be able to openly embrace her lover Aegisthus, and to become ruler of Mycenae. Clytemnestra’s action would trigger a spate of tragedies.

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Agamemnon: A Riveting Tale of Betrayal, Revenge, and Divine Justice

In "Agamemnon," the first play of Aeschylus' iconic trilogy, the stage is set for a gripping narrative that unfolds with relentless tension. This ancient Greek tragedy delves deep into the realms of power, pride, and the destructive force of human nature. The tale follows the eponymous king as he returns victorious from the Trojan War, only to be ensnared in a web of deceit and vengeance. Aeschylus masterfully weaves together themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the consequences of unchecked ambition, leaving readers captivated by the intricate character dynamics and the haunting repercussions of past actions. With its lyrical language and thought-provoking symbolism, "Agamemnon" stands as a timeless testament to the enduring power of Greek tragedy. Prepare to be enthralled as this classic work raises profound questions about the nature of justice and the inevitable clash between mortals and the gods.

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