{"product_id":"9780140440034","title":"The Theban Plays","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a classic collection of Greek tragedy crafted for readers who appreciate powerful drama and timeless questions about fate, power, and conscience. It gathers three monumental plays that trace the rise and fall of a doomed royal house, set against the mythic landscape of Thebes. Intended for lovers of ancient literature, students of theatre, and curious readers alike, the tone is grave, dramatic, and deeply human.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresented in a faithful translation with an accessible introduction, the collection invites you to experience drama as performance. The text emphasizes clear dialogue, vivid scenes, and the power of the chorus to shape mood and meaning, letting modern readers feel like witnesses to crucial choices and their consequences. Reading through these pages feels immersive: the tension between personal duty and public authority invites reflection, while spare stage directions and poetic intensity keep the focus on character and moral crossroads. Readers move from one dramatic moment to the next, drawn by questions that still resonate today. The legends surrounding a historic city and its rulers come to life in a way that makes ancient ideas feel immediate, relevant to students and general readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree ancient Greek tragedies presented in a single edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimeless themes of fate, power, guilt, and conscience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessible translation with an introductory overview and notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDramatic structure featuring vivid dialogue, chorus, and memorable scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for study, classroom discussion, theatre groups, or personal reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngaging reading journey that mirrors performance and encourages critical reflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter finishing, readers gain a deeper understanding of classical drama and the enduring questions it poses about duty, authority, and human frailty. The collection cultivates curiosity, empathy, and a lasting appreciation for theatre as a mirror of the human condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540388229337,"sku":"9780140440034","price":475.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/81pL9F2KytL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776670997","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780140440034","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}