Greek Tragedies Volume 1

The book shows signs of wear typical for a paperback from the 1960s. The cover has some edge wear and creasing, particularly along the spine. The binding remains intact, and the pages are free from inscriptions or library markings.

"Greek Tragedies, Volume 1," edited by David Grene and Richmond Lattimore, is published by The University of Chicago Press. This edition, composed in Chicago, Illinois, was originally published in 1960, with this particular copy being the seventh impression from 1964. Grene and Lattimore, respected scholars in classical literature, offer translations of essential Greek tragedies by Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, including "Agamemnon," "Prometheus Bound," "Oedipus the King," "Antigone," and "Hippolytus." This volume is a key resource for understanding the roots of Western drama and literature. The book is an accessible yet scholarly collection, making it valuable for both students and enthusiasts of classical drama. The condition of the book is consistent with its age, showing typical signs of wear for a paperback of this era.