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Bacchae

Bacchae

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Dionysus, god of wine and ecstasy, has come to Thebes, and the women are streaming out of the city to worship him on the mountain, drinking and dancing in wild frenzy. The king, Pentheus, denounces this so-called 'god' as a charlatan. But no mortal can deny a god and no man can ever stand against Dionysus.

This translation, by the award-winning poet Robin Robertson, reinvigorated Euripides' devastating take of a god's revenge for contemporary readers, bringing the ancient verse to fervid, brutal life.

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ISBN13: 9780099577386
ISBN10: 0099577380
Language: English
Publisher: Vintage Classics
Publication Year: 2016
Format: Paperback

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  • One Line Summary

    Ancient Greek tragedy of divine revenge and chaos.

  • Who is this book for?

    If you’re interested in powerful, raw storytelling that explores divine fury and human folly, Bacchae is a perfect pick. Robertson's translation captures the intense emotional and brutal energy of Euripides' original, making it compelling for modern readers who enjoy mythic drama with timeless themes. It’s a gripping play that questions authority and the chaos of unchecked passions.

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