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The Trojan women

Book • 1967
Euripides' "The Trojan Women" is a powerful Greek tragedy depicting the suffering of Trojan women after the fall of Troy.

The play portrays the brutal realities of war and its devastating impact on women and families.

It explores themes of loss, grief, and the violation of human dignity.

The play's vivid portrayal of the women's suffering and their resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship has made it a timeless classic.

It remains a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the importance of compassion and empathy.

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Dominic Sandbrook
as the author of Trojan Women, a bleak work of literature.
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Charlotte Higgins
for her wise words on history and myth.
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Erik Rostad
as another tragedy play by Euripides, linked to the main topic of Andromache.
Andromache by Euripides

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