Six Tragedies by Lucius Annaeus Seneca

Six Tragedies

Lucius Annaeus Seneca

288 pages first pub 65 (editions)

fiction classics play challenging dark medium-paced

Description

Here is a lively, readable, and accurate verse translation of the six best plays by one of the most influential of all classical Latin writers--the only tragic playwright from ancient Rome whose work survives. Tutor to the emperor Nero, Seneca liv...

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Community Reviews Summary of 55 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
dark 100%
reflective 50%
tense 50%
emotional 33%
funny 33%
sad 33%
mysterious 16%

Pace

medium 66%
slow 16%
fast 16%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Character: 25% | Plot: 25%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 33% | N/A: 33% | No: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.95

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