Greek Tragedy in Action
Oliver Taplin''s seminal study was revolutionary in drawing out the significance of stage action in Greek tragedy at a time when plays were often read purely as texts, rather than understood as performances.
Professor Taplin explores nine plays, including Aeschylus'' agamemnon and Sophocles'' Oedipus the King. The details of theatrical techniques and stage directions, used by playwrights to highlig...
Oliver Taplin''s seminal study was revolutionary in drawing out the significance of stage action in Greek tragedy at a time when plays were often read purely as texts, rather than understood as performances.
Professor Taplin explores nine plays, including Aeschylus'' agamemnon and Sophocles'' Oedipus the King. The details of theatrical techniques and stage directions, used by playwrights to highlig...