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Euripides' Medea

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Euripides' 'Medea' is a Greek tragedy centered on Medea, a barbarian princess, and her husband Jason.

Jason abandons Medea for Glauce, the daughter of King Creon of Corinth, leading Medea to seek revenge.

Her vengeance culminates in the murder of her own children, a shocking act driven by betrayal and despair.

The play explores themes of justice, revenge, and the outsider's perspective in a patriarchal society.

Medea's powerful emotions and ruthless actions challenge conventional morality, making the play a timeless exploration of human nature and societal norms.

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Natalie Haynes
as a play she read in the sixth form at school.
Medea: Maligned Sorceress or Heartless Murderer?
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Tristan Hughes
as one of the most popular surviving tragedies from the ancient Greek world.
Medea: Maligned Sorceress or Heartless Murderer?

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