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Bacchae

Book • 2015
The Bacchae, written by Euripides, is a tragic play that premiered posthumously in 405 B.C.

It explores the dual nature of humanity through the characters of Pentheus, who represents reason and logic, and Dionysus, who embodies instinct and spirituality.

The play delves into the consequences of rejecting divine forces and the chaos that ensues when societal norms are challenged.

Gilbert Murray's translation provides an accessible interpretation of this ancient masterpiece.

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Mentioned in 2 episodes

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Victor Davis Hanson
as one of his favorite Greek plays, using a scene from it to describe the Democratic Party.
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The Economy on the Upswing and Fracturing Democrat Party
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Armand D'Angour
when discussing Euripides' plays.
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Elektra: Revenge in Ancient Greece

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