Aeschylus: Translated Into English Prose (1871)

By Aeschylus and Frederick Apthorp Paley

Book Overview

Aeschylus: Translated Into English Prose is a book written by F. A. Paley in 1871. The book is a translation of the works of Aeschylus, a Greek tragedian, into English prose. Aeschylus is considered to be one of the greatest playwrights of ancient Greece, and his works are known for their powerful themes and dramatic storytelling. The translation by Paley aims to capture the essence of Aeschylus' works and convey them in a clear and concise manner. The book includes translations of some of Aeschylus' most famous plays, such as Prometheus Bound, The Persians, and The Oresteia. It also includes an introduction to Aeschylus' life and works, as well as notes and annotations to help readers better understand the context and meaning of the plays. Overall, Aeschylus: Translated Into English Prose is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Greek literature and drama.This Book Is In English.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: 1161013261
• ISBN13: 9781161013269
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 258 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"