Secondhand Classics Bargain Book Box DSH879

Secondhand Classics Bargain Book Box:

Embark on a journey to the foundations of Western thought and literature with our Secondhand Classical Literature Bargain Book Box. This collection brings together essential works from ancient Greece and Rome, featuring groundbreaking plays, philosophical texts, historical accounts, and lyrical poetry. Delve into the minds of the ancients, explore timeless themes of fate, justice, love, and the human condition, and enrich your understanding of the origins of drama, philosophy, and history, all at a fantastic value.

Here are the contents of this box:

1. The Three Theban Plays by Sophocles. This volume contains three of Sophocles' most famous tragedies: Antigone, Oedipus the King, and Oedipus at Colonus. Explore themes of fate, free will, justice, and the conflict between divine and human law. These powerful dramas delve into the tragic destiny of the house of Oedipus. Essential works from the golden age of Greek theatre.
2. The Rope and Other Plays by Plautus. This collection features Rudens (The Rope) and other comedic works by the Roman playwright Plautus. Known for his witty dialogue, complex plots, and stock characters, Plautus heavily influenced later European comedy. Experience the humor and social commentary of ancient Roman theatre. Delightful examples of early comic genius.
3. The Pot of Gold and Other Plays by Plautus. Another selection of comedies from the prolific Roman playwright Plautus, including Aulularia (The Pot of Gold). These plays are characterized by mistaken identities, clever slaves, miserly fathers, and romantic entanglements. They offer a lively glimpse into Roman daily life and entertainment. Enduringly funny and influential works.
4. Prometheus Bound, The Suppliants, Seven Against Thebes, The Persians by Aeschylus. This volume collects four significant tragedies by Aeschylus, often considered the father of Greek tragedy. Explore themes of divine justice, human suffering, and the conflict between gods and mortals. These plays showcase Aeschylus's grand style and his role in developing dramatic form. Foundational works of Western drama.
5. The Menaechmus Twins & Two Other Plays by Plautus. This volume presents Menaechmi, the famous comedy of mistaken identity that inspired Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors, along with two other plays. Plautus's farces are full of energy, puns, and satirical observations on Roman society. Enjoy the enduring humor and clever plotting of these ancient comedies. A source of much later theatrical tradition.
6. Catullus Poems by Catullus. A collection of lyrical poems by the Roman poet Catullus, known for his passionate and often explicit verses. His work ranges from intense love poems to scathing invectives and personal reflections. Catullus's direct and emotional style was highly influential on later poets. A vibrant voice from ancient Rome.
7. Aristotle's Theory of Poetry and Fine Art by Aristotle. This volume contains Aristotle's seminal work on literary theory, Poetics, along with related essays on fine art. Aristotle analyzes the nature of tragedy, epic poetry, and comedy, discussing concepts like mimesis, catharsis, and plot structure. A foundational text in literary criticism and aesthetics. Essential reading for understanding Western literary theory.
8. Classical Literary Criticism by Aristotle Horace Longinus. This collection brings together key texts on literary theory from the classical world, including Aristotle's Poetics, Horace's Ars Poetica, and Longinus's On the Sublime. These works established fundamental principles for evaluating literature and rhetoric. Explore the critical standards and aesthetic values of ancient critics. Indispensable texts for the study of literary history.
9. The Greek Mind by Walter R. Agard. This book explores the intellectual and cultural achievements of ancient Greece. It examines Greek contributions to philosophy, science, art, literature, and political thought. Agard provides an overview of the key ideas and figures that shaped the Greek worldview. A concise introduction to the rich legacy of Greek civilization.
10. Byzantine Civilization by Stephen Runciman. This work provides a comprehensive overview of the Byzantine Empire's history, culture, and society. Runciman explores the unique blend of Roman, Greek, and Christian influences that defined Byzantium. He covers its political structure, religious life, art, literature, and its role as a bridge between East and West. An insightful look at a complex and enduring empire.
11. Virgil in English by Virgil. This volume presents translations of the works of the great Roman poet Virgil, author of the epic Aeneid, the pastoral Eclogues, and the didactic Georgics. Experience Virgil's profound influence on Western literature through these English renditions. His poetry explores themes of empire, duty, nature, and the human condition. A cornerstone of classical literature.
12. On the Nature of the Universe by Lucretius. This epic philosophical poem by the Roman poet Lucretius expounds the principles of Epicurean philosophy. It explains the world in terms of atoms and void, arguing against superstition and the fear of death. Lucretius presents a materialist view of the cosmos and human life. A remarkable synthesis of poetry and philosophy from antiquity.
13. Phormio & Other Plays by Terence. This collection features comedies by the Roman playwright Terence, known for his refined style and focus on character and human relationships. Terence's plays, including Phormio, often adapt Greek New Comedy and explore themes of family, love, and social customs. His work influenced later European drama. Elegant and insightful Roman comedies.
14. The Poems of Tibullus by Tibullus. This volume contains the elegiac poems of the Roman poet Tibullus, known for his verses on love, rural life, and peace. His poetry is characterized by its gentle melancholy, personal tone, and idealized portrayal of the countryside. Tibullus is a key figure in Roman love elegy. Lyrical and evocative poems from the Augustan age.
15. Prometheus Bound by Aeschylus. This is a single play volume of Aeschylus's powerful tragedy Prometheus Bound. It depicts the punishment of the Titan Prometheus for giving fire to humanity and his defiance of Zeus. The play explores themes of tyranny, resistance, suffering, and divine power. A central work in the Prometheus myth cycle.
16. The Agamemnon of Aeschylus translated by Louis MacNeice. This volume presents Louis MacNeice's translation of Agamemnon, the first play in Aeschylus's Oresteian Trilogy. It tells the story of King Agamemnon's return from the Trojan War and his murder by his wife Clytemnestra. MacNeice's translation is renowned for its poetic power and dramatic force. A gripping start to a great tragic cycle.
17. The Oresteian Trilogy by Aeschylus. This volume contains Aeschylus's complete trilogy: Agamemnon, The Libation Bearers, and The Eumenides. It follows the cursed house of Atreus, exploring themes of justice, vengeance, and the transition from blood feud to civic law. This is the only surviving complete trilogy from ancient Greek drama. A monumental work of Western theatre.
18. The Greek Myths: 1 by Robert Graves. This is the first volume of Robert Graves' comprehensive collection and interpretation of Greek mythology. Graves compiles and retells the major myths, drawing on classical sources and offering his own unique insights and theories. An extensive and influential resource for understanding the stories of Greek gods and heroes. A rich tapestry of ancient tales.