Philoctetes by Sophocles (English) Paperback Book

Description: Philoctetes by Sophocles, Peter Meineck, Paul Woodruff First published in Peter Meineck and Paul Woodruff s Sophocles: Four Tragedies , this rivetingtranslation by Peter Meineck of Sophocles Philoctetes features a new Introduction by PaulWoodruff. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First published in Peter Meineck and Paul Woodruffs Sophocles: Four Tragedies, this riveting translation by Peter Meineck of Sophocles Philoctetes features a new Introduction by Paul Woodruff. Author Biography Peter Meineck is Associate Professor of Classics at New York University, where he holds the endowed chair in Classics in the Modern World. He is the founder of Aquila Theatre.Paul Woodruff is Professor of Philosophy and Classics, The University of Texas at Austin. Review "An excellent translation of this always intriguing play: clear, simple, up-to-date English. . . . Clearly designed for stage performance as well as reading. Woodruff gives a good account of why the Athenian audience would have been on the edge of their seats. This translation would be appropriate for anyone doing a Classics or drama course, with or without the language. No prior knowledge of the mythological background is assumed; everything one needs to know is explained in the introduction and notes." —Colin McDonald, Journal of Classics Teaching"This translation makes a strong case for the use of Philoctetes both in the classroom and in performance. . . . A lively and energetic play with quick and exciting language. . . . The struggle of young Neoptolemus to find his way within the heroic world comes across as timely and relevant. The otherworldliness of Philoctetes pain is perfectly rendered. . . . Paul Woodruffs Introduction is excellent. I have read this play many times and know the myth well, yet I still found myself thoroughly captivated by Woodruffs narrative. . . . The bibliography would be a tremendous resource for an undergraduate student. All in all, this is among the best in Hacketts excellent and expanding series of Greek tragedy in translation. The combination of Meinecks skillful translation with an eye to performance and Woodruffs enthusiastic and intelligent introduction makes this particular volume a great pleasure." —Kathryn Mattison, McMaster University, in Mouseion Long Description First published in Peter Meineck and Paul Woodruffs Sophocles: Four Tragedies , this riveting translation by Peter Meineck of Sophocles Philoctetes features a new Introduction by Paul Woodruff. Review Quote In these new translations [of Four Tragedies] Meineck and Woodruff have struck a near-ideal balance between accuracy and readability, formality and colloquialism. Their versions are simply a pleasure to read, conveying with remarkable vividness the powerful characterizations and poetic variety of the originals. The addition of succinct but illuminating notes makes this an exemplary volume for anyone interested in Sophocles dramatic art. Andrew Szegedy-Maszak, Department of Classics, Wesleyan University Details ISBN162466122X Author Paul Woodruff Pages 112 Language English Year 2014 ISBN-10 162466122X ISBN-13 9781624661228 Format Paperback Imprint Hackett Publishing Co, Inc Place of Publication Cambridge, MA Country of Publication United States DEWEY 882.01 Publisher Hackett Publishing Co, Inc Publication Date 2014-03-15 Translator Paul Woodruff Birth 1943 Series Hackett Classics UK Release Date 2014-03-15 NZ Release Date 2014-03-15 US Release Date 2014-03-15 Illustrations 1 map Audience General AU Release Date 2014-03-14 Alternative 9781624661235 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:78700418;

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