Achilles In Scyros

By Robert Bridges

Book Overview

Achilles in Scyros is a play by Robert Bridges that tells the story of the Greek hero Achilles and his time spent in hiding on the island of Scyros. The play is set during the Trojan War and focuses on the relationship between Achilles and the princess Deidamia, who falls in love with him while he is disguised as a woman. The play explores themes of gender identity, love, and the nature of heroism. Bridges' writing is known for its lyrical quality and poetic language, and Achilles in Scyros is no exception. The play has been performed numerous times since its first production in 1890 and is considered a classic of modern British drama.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162927488
• ISBN13: 9781162927480
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"