Ajas: Szomorujáték by Sophocles

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Author Sophocles, 496? BCE-407 BCE
Translator Csiky, Gergely, 1842-1891
Title Ajas: Szomorujáték
Credits Produced by Albert László from page images generously made
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Summary "Ajas: Szomorujáték" by Sophocles is a tragic play written in the classical period of Ancient Greece. The work centers on the character of Ajas, the great warrior of the Trojan War, exploring themes of honor, pride, and the psychological turmoil following defeat. The narrative reveals Ajas’s descent into madness after losing a coveted prize, showcasing his internal conflict and the consequences of his actions. The opening of the play introduces the aftermath of a significant event: Ajas is devastated after being denied the armor of Achilles, which has instead been awarded to Odysseus. In his anger and confusion, he mistakenly slaughters a herd of livestock, believing them to be his enemies. As Ajas grapples with the havoc he has wreaked, the goddess Athena intervenes to reveal the truth of his actions, setting the stage for his tragic decline. The dialogue unfolds between divine beings and mortal heroes, hinting at Ajas’s tragic fate as he confronts both his own actions and the scorn of his fellow warriors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Hungarian
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Tragedies
Subject Ajax (Greek mythological figure) -- Drama
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EBook-No. 56920
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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