Heracles by Shirley Barlow

Heracles

Shirley Barlow

195 pages missing pub info (editions)

fiction classics play dark reflective medium-paced

Description

A new translation of one of Euripides' most neglected plays which takes as its subject the figure of Heracles and explores the nature of heroism and myth by portraying the story of the murder of his own wife and children.

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Moods

dark 90%
tense 80%
sad 70%
emotional 60%
reflective 30%
challenging 20%
adventurous 10%
inspiring 10%
mysterious 10%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 36%
slow 18%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 62% | Plot: 25% | Character: 12%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 37% | No: 37% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | No: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 33% | N/A: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.84

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