{"title":"Gilbert Murphy","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelve into the captivating works of Gilbert Murphy, where thrilling plots and compelling characters await. Perfect for fans of gripping mysteries and suspenseful tales, discover your next unforgettable read here.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"agamemnon-book-gilbert-murphy-9781774260876","title":"Agamemnon","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the perspective of the townspeople and the queen, Clytemnestra, \u003ci\u003eAgamemnon \u003c\/i\u003e follows the emotional journey of grief, rage, and revenge. Agamemnon had dedicated much of his life to a war that his brother started. He vowed to do whatever it takes to win--committing war crimes and killing innocents. But, even in victory, Agamemnon feels unsatisfied and plagued by the bloodshed he caused. Because of this, he decides to perform a ritual to clear his conscience and regain the gods' approval. After he fought for ten years in the Trojan war, Clytemnestra eagerly awaited the return of her husband, King Agamemnon. However, upon his arrival, she learns that he has sacrificed one of her loved ones to the gods, in order to win their favor. Though Agamemnon expressed slight remorse, he felt resolute in his actions, as he viewed the sacrifice as a necessity. Already devastated, Clytemnestra is driven to pure rage when she finds that Agamemnon also brought back a spoil of war, Cassandra, a Trojan princess and prophetess, who has been punished by the god Apollo for refusing his advances. Though she is able to see the future, she is cursed to be never believed. Considered as Agamemnon's war prize, Cassandra is trapped in the kingdom, especially hopeless when she receives a vision of unescapable doom. Meanwhile, as Clytemnestra settles in her grief and rage, she creates a plot for vengeance, and much like her husband at war, is unconcerned about any collateral damage. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs the first installment of the sole surviving Greek trilogy, \u003ci\u003e Agamemnon \u003c\/i\u003e is both a stand-alone piece and a compliment to later plays. With symbolism and precise prose, \u003ci\u003eAgamemnon \u003c\/i\u003e by Aeschylus depicts the consequences of warfare--both abroad and domestic. Featuring strong, dynamic, and well-developed characters and an emotional, dramatic plot, \u003ci\u003eAgamemnon \u003c\/i\u003e is an enthralling perspective on the fates of famous heroes from Greek mythology. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis edition of Aeschylus' acclaimed tragedy, \u003ci\u003eAgamemnon\u003c\/i\u003e features a new, eye-catching cover and is reprinted in a modern, readable font. With these accommodations, contemporary readers are encouraged to revisit this classic and enthralling tale of revenge. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":49899621122321,"sku":"CIN1774260875G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/1774260875.jpg?v=1751025962"},{"product_id":"trojan-women-book-gilbert-murphy-9781774260845","title":"The Trojan Women","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrojan Women\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of the survivors of the Trojan War, the women and children taken into slavery by the victorious Greek army. Through the tragedy's central character, the matriarch Hecuba, this late play (415 BCE) demonstrates Euripides' commitment to speaking on behalf of the less powerful and offers a scathing critique of Athenian behavior as the city fought its own disastrous war with its southern neighbor, Sparta. \u003cem\u003eTrojan Women\u003c\/em\u003e features well-known characters from Greek mythology, including the prophetess Cassandra, the gods Athena and Poseidon, and, most notably, the infamous Helen, the cause of the war, who must defend herself to the husband she abandoned. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis new translation features a text committed to accuracy and clarity, one developed in collaboration with actors for clear reading and performance. Appendices provide other important literary treatments of the central women in the play, with selections ranging from Homer to Shakespeare. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrojan Women\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of the survivors of the Trojan War, the women and children taken into slavery by the victorious Greek army. Through the tragedy's central character, the matriarch Hecuba, this late play (415 BCE) demonstrates Euripides' commitment to speaking on behalf of the less powerful and offers a scathing critique of Athenian behavior as the city fought its own disastrous war with its southern neighbor, Sparta. \u003cem\u003eTrojan Women\u003c\/em\u003e features well-known characters from Greek mythology, including the prophetess Cassandra, the gods Athena and Poseidon, and, most notably, the infamous Helen, the cause of the war, who must defend herself to the husband she abandoned. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis new translation features a text committed to accuracy and clarity, one developed in collaboration with actors for clear reading and performance. Appendices provide other important literary treatments of the central women in the play, with selections ranging from Homer to Shakespeare. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"US \/ GOOD \/ SBYB","offer_id":50256015229201,"sku":"CIN1774260840G","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/1774260840.jpg?v=1750897703"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/en-au\/collections\/author-books-by-gilbert-murphy.oembed","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}