Κύκλωψ by Euripides
"Κύκλωψ" by Euripides is a classical Greek tragedy written in the 5th century BC. This play dramatizes an episode from Homer's "Odyssey," focusing on the encounter between Odysseus and the Cyclops Polyphemus. The narrative revolves around themes of survival, cunning, and the clash between civilization and barbarism. The opening portion establishes the setting on the coast of Sicily, where Odysseus and his sailors find themselves stranded after a storm. As they approachthe cave of Polyphemus, they meet Seilenos and a chorus of Satyrs who lament their plight under the rule of the Cyclops. The scene builds tension as Odysseus seeks to find food for his starving crew while also hinting at the dangers that await them, particularly with Polyphemus's reputation for savagery and cannibalism. This initial interaction sets the stage for the unfolding conflict and clever strategies that Odysseus will employ to escape the Cyclops's clutches. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Euripides, 481? BCE-407 BCE |
|---|---|
| Translator | Tsokopoulos, George B., 1871-1923 |
| Title | Κύκλωψ |
| Alternate Title | Cyclops |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyclops_(play) Wikipedia page about this book: https://el.wikipedia.org/wiki/%CE%9A%CF%8D%CE%BA%CE%BB%CF%89%CF%88_(%CF%83%CE%B1%CF%84%CF%85%CF%81%CE%B9%CE%BA%CF%8C_%CE%B4%CF%81%CE%AC%CE%BC%CE%B1) |
| Credits | Produced by Sophia Canoni |
| Language | Greek |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Cyclopes (Greek mythology) -- Drama |
| Subject | Greek drama (Satyr play) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 27845 |
| Release Date | Jan 20, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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