Iphigenia In Aulis, The Age of Bronze Edition

Agamemnon has to decide whether to kill his daughter or forfeit the Trojan War. This classic play by Euripides is brought to life in a new adaptation by Edward Einhorn.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 24 May 2022
Publisher: Image Comics

High King Agamemnon stands at the crossroads of his life, facing an impossible decision that weighs the weight of his kingdom and his heart. In a moment of sheer anguish, he must choose between the life of his beloved eldest daughter or the triumph of the Trojan War.

Hidden beneath the surface of this seemingly straightforward choice lies a web of secrets and conflicting desires. Agamemnon, driven by his thirst for power and glory, has devised a secret plot that could ensure his victory in the war. However, this plot clashes with the romantic dreams and aspirations of his daughter, Clytemnestra.

Clytemnestra, a beautiful and intelligent woman, has been betrothed to the mighty Achilles, a hero of the Greek army. She dreams of a life filled with love, adventure, and honor, far away from the bloodshed and destruction of the war. But Agamemnon's secret plan threatens to tear her world apart, as he plans to sacrifice her in order to appease the gods and secure his victory.

As the tension mounts, the stage is set for a dramatic confrontation between father and daughter. Clytemnestra, aware of the impending danger, confronts her father with her fears and pleas for mercy. Agamemnon, torn between his duty to his kingdom and his love for his daughter, is unable to make a decision.

In a moment of profound irony, Agamemnon's decision to sacrifice his daughter ultimately leads to his downfall and the destruction of the Greek army. The gods, angered by his actions, turn against him, and the Trojan War ends in defeat. Clytemnestra, consumed by guilt and remorse, takes her own life, unable to live with the consequences of her father's choices.

This chilling classic play by Ancient Greece explores the themes of power, ambition, and the consequences of one's choices. It serves as a reminder of the human cost of war and the devastating effects of sacrificing one's own desires for the greater good. Through its powerful storytelling and unforgettable characters, "Agamemnon" remains a timeless masterpiece that continues to resonate with audiences today.

Weight: 220g
Dimension: 152 x 227 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781534322158