Publisher's Synopsis
Orestes: A Tragedy, In Five Acts (1802) is a play written by William Sotheby. The play is based on the story of Orestes, a character from Greek mythology who is known for avenging his father's murder. The play follows Orestes as he returns to his homeland of Argos to avenge his father's death at the hands of his mother, Clytemnestra, and her lover, Aegisthus. Along the way, Orestes is haunted by the Furies, who represent the guilt and punishment of his crime. The play explores themes of revenge, justice, and the conflict between reason and emotion. Sotheby's version of the story is known for its poetic language and dramatic intensity. Overall, Orestes: A Tragedy, In Five Acts is a classic tragedy that offers a powerful exploration of human nature and the consequences of our actions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.