Peter Meineck and Paul Woodruffrsquo;s collaboration on this new translation combines the strengths that have recently distinguished both as translators of Greek tragedy: expert knowledge of the Greek and of the needs of the teaching classicist; intimate knowledge of theatre; and an excellent ear for the spoken word. Their Oedipus Tyrannus features foot-of-the-page notes; an Introduction; stage directions and a translation characterized by its clarity; accuracy; and power.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Greek sculpturesBy CustomerNice book. used it to study for my exam in art history. Gives a nice insight into the Greek way of thinking and iconography of the sculptures.5 of 6 people found the following review helpful. Fascinating!By Evagelia FabianI just came back from Greece and saw live sculptures and this book does an excellent job of bringing the sculptures on the pages to life. Makes you feel like youre right there. A visual pleasure and very informative.5 of 5 people found the following review helpful. A visual delightBy SocratesThis is a superb book and is ideal for anyone interested not only in art and Greece. but in life itself.Literally every page is gifted with sharp and detailed images of sculptures ranging between and the seventh and the first centuries B.C.The book and images are printed in more of a flat matt finish which I like as against high gloss colour which others may prefer.In its centre is a magnificent two page spread of one of my favourite figures - the marble Dying Warrior originally of Temple of Aphaia in Ageina 500 -480 B.CEven though I havent read the entire book. from what I have read so far. the author does go into detail about the different techniques. styles. compositions and even intriguing details like how Myron and Pythagoras worked exclusively in the nude.As you joyously move from page to page you get the feeling that the Ancient Greeks had to be touched by something special to be able achieve and produce what is presented in this book.
