Literature and History Episode 27: The Bloody King (Aeschylus' Agamemnon)
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Oct 14, 2016 Explore the bloody legacy of the House of Atreus and the betrayal of Queen Clytemnestra in Aeschylus' Oresteian Trilogy. Learn about the historical significance of Eschylus and the Persian-Greek conflict, highlighting themes of revenge and military valor. Dive into the dark world of family curses, betrayal, and justice in ancient Greek literature.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
The Retribution of Odysseus
03:52 • 15min
The Tumultuous History of Lydia and King Tantalus
18:36 • 3min
The Gruesome Legacy of the House of Atreus
21:33 • 15min
Clytemnestra's Ominous Betrayal
36:14 • 28min
Exploring Escholas' Legacy and Military Valor
01:04:04 • 6min
Persian-Greek Conflict in Ancient Times
01:10:03 • 7min
The Rise of Athenian Democracy and The Threat of Persia
01:17:23 • 21min
The Setting of Athens Theater and Tyranny of Agamemnon
01:38:15 • 15min