
The Truth Is in the Classics
First Things Podcast
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Justice vs. Vengeance in Oresteia
This chapter examines Aeschylus' Oresteia, focusing on the themes of justice and vengeance through the tragic narrative of Agamemnon and Orestes. It also highlights Aristophanes' role in political criticism, showcasing how his satirical plays engage with complex political themes and the interplay between justice and society during the Peloponnesian War.
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