Description
The book “The Hippolytus of Euripides: With English Notes” (1853) presents the classical Greek tragedy, Hippolytus, penned by the renowned playwright Euripides. The narrative revolves around Hippolytus, son of Theseus, a devoted follower of the goddess Artemis, who rejects his stepmother Phaedra’s advances. In her despair, Phaedra falsely accuses Hippolytus, leading to tragic consequences for both. This edition includes comprehensive English notes offering insights into the play’s language, themes, and historical context. Additionally, the notes provide explanations of Greek mythology, culture, and literary devices used by Euripides.