Andromache: A Play In Three Acts (1913)

Andromache: A Play In Three Acts (1913) is a dramatic work written by Gilbert Murray. The play is based on the story of Andromache, the wife of Hector, who was killed during the Trojan War. The play is set in Greece, where Andromache is living as a slave after the fall of Troy. The main theme of the play is the struggle of Andromache to maintain her dignity and her sense of self-worth in the face of the hardships she faces as a slave. The play also explores the themes of love, loyalty, and betrayal. The characters in the play include Andromache, her son Astyanax, her new master Peleus, and his son Neoptolemus. The play is written in verse and is known for its poetic language and powerful imagery. It has been praised for its exploration of complex themes and its ability to evoke strong emotions in its audience. Overall, Andromache: A Play In Three Acts is a powerful and thought-provoking work of drama that continues to be studied and performed today.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.