1
of
1
Medea
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still
learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Summary
Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
$4200
Unit price
/
Unavailable
International Supplier
This title is in-stock with overseas suppliers. While it is not available locally, we fly books in weekly from the US and UK to our Auckland warehouse for immediate dispatch.
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER
Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 2-3 weeks
Found a better price? Request a price match
Medea
$4200
Unit price
/
Unavailable
Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?
This edition is ideal for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of classical literature and theatre, particularly those interested in Greek tragedy and strong female characters. It suits readers seeking both a scholarly and poetic presentation of a timeless work.
This is a new translation in verse of Medea by a well-regarded poet with an introduction and notes by a scholar of Euripides. The result is a distinguished new edition of a canonical play, one of the most widely read and performed of all the Greek dramas.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and
still learning, it may not be perfect - your
feedback is welcome!
Description
The Greek Tragedy in New Translations series is based on the conviction that only translators who write poetry themselves, or who work in collaboration with poets, can properly re-create the celebrated and timeless tragedies of the great Greek writers. These new translations are more than faithful to the original text, going beyond the literal meaning in order to evoke the poetic intensity and rich metaphorical texture of the Greek language.
Euripides was one of the most popular and controversial of all the Greek tragedians, and his plays are marked by an independence of thought, ingenious dramatic devices, and a subtle variety of register and mood.
Medea is a story of betrayal and vengeance. Medea, incensed that her husband Jason would leave her for another after the many sacrifices she has made for him, murders both his new bride and their own children in revenge. It is an excellent example of the prominence and complexity that Euripides gave to female characters. This new translation does full justice to the lyricism of Euripides' original work, while a new introduction provides a guide to the play, complete with interesting details about the traditions and social issues that influenced Euripides's world.
Series: Greek Tragedy in New Translations
View allBook Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
The new translation of Medea is praised for capturing the lyricism and poetic intensity of Euripides’ original text. The engaging introduction offers valuable context on the play’s social issues and traditions. Scholars recommend this edition for its faithful yet vibrant reimagining of the classic tragedy, making it suitable for academic and library collections.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780195145663
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 17 August 2006
Country: United States
Imprint: Oxford University Press Inc
Contributors:
- Translated by Michael Collier
- Translated by Georgia Ann Machemer
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 7.0mm
Width: 132.0mm
Height: 201.0mm
Weight: 159g
Pages: 128
About the Author
Michael Collier is a professor of English at the University of Maryland. The Ledge, his most recent book of poems, was a finalist for both the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and the National Book Critics Circle Award. Georgia Ann Machemer, Ph.D. is currently a visiting assistant professor in Classics at Duke University, and a fixed-term lecturer in Classics and History at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
Also by Euripides
View all-
-
Medea and Other Plays
Paperback$1900Elsewhere:$2100Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
More from Arts & Culture
View all-
Dylan's Pick -
-
20% off
Great Writers and the Cats who Owned Them
Hardback$3200Usually:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
They Bloom Because of You
Paperback$3000Elsewhere:$3600Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
-
New ReleaseThe World of the Odyssey & Other Greek Myths
Jigsaw$3500Elsewhere:$4499Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
-
-
-
-
-
New Release
Even the Good Girls Will Cry
Paperback$3199Elsewhere:$3999Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow
Why buy from us?
Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!
Service & Delivery
Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 80,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.
Auckland Bookstore
We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.
Our Gifting Service
Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.
