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  • Hippolytus; The Bacchae (Cram Edition)
    Euripides / Gilbert Murray
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Hippolytus; The Bacchae pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Two timeless masterpieces of Greek tragedy from the legendary Euripides, bound together in one volume. 'Hippolytus, and The Bacchae' explores profound themes of morality, passion, and divine retributio...
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    23,08 €

  • Five Stages of Greek Religion (Cram Edition)
    Gilbert Murray
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Five Stages of Greek Religion pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Explore the fascinating evolution of religious belief in ancient Greece with Gilbert Murray’s 'Five Stages of Greek Religion.' This meticulously prepared print edition examines the historical tra...
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    26,02 €

  • Euripides and His Age (Cram Edition)
    Gilbert Murray
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Euripides and His Age pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Explore the life and works of one of the greatest tragedians of ancient Greece with Gilbert Murray’s insightful study, 'Euripides and His Age.' This volume offers a comprehensive examination of Euripides...
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    23,14 €

  • The Eumenides
    Gilbert Murray
    'The Eumenides' (also known as 'The Furies') stands as the powerful conclusion to Aeschylus’s monumental trilogy, the 'Oresteia'. In this dramatic masterpiece, the cycle of blood vengeance that has plagued the House of Atreus reaches its climax. The story follows Orestes, who is relentlessly hunted by the ancient goddesses of revenge, the Furies, for the killing of his mother, ...
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    17,63 €

  • Five Stages of Greek Religion
    Gilbert Murray
    'Five Stages of Greek Religion' is a profound exploration of the evolution of religious thought in ancient Greece, tracing the spiritual journey of a civilization from its primitive origins to the dawn of Christianity. Authored by the renowned scholar Gilbert Murray, this work examines the transition from localized rituals and the 'Saturnia Regna' to the rise of the Olympian go...
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    25,18 €

  • Five Stages of Greek Religion
    Gilbert Murray
    'Five Stages of Greek Religion' is a seminal exploration of the spiritual and philosophical evolution of the ancient Greek world. Written by the distinguished scholar Gilbert Murray, this work traces the development of Greek religious thought from its earliest primitive origins to its eventual transformation during the rise of Christianity. Murray divides this progression into ...
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    25,17 €

  • The Oresteia
    Gilbert Murray
    'The Oresteia' is the monumental trilogy of Greek tragedies that stands as a cornerstone of Western literature. Consisting of 'Agamemnon,' 'The Libation Bearers,' and 'The Eumenides,' this collection explores the profound themes of justice, revenge, and the evolution of law. The narrative begins with the return of King Agamemnon from the Trojan War and his subsequent murder at ...
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    25,21 €

  • The Ordeal of This Generation
    Gilbert Murray
    'The Ordeal of This Generation' is a profound exploration of the political and social landscape of the early twentieth century, written by the distinguished scholar and humanist Gilbert Murray. Based on a series of lectures delivered in the late 1920s, this work examines the immense challenges facing a world recently shattered by the Great War. Murray offers a compelling defens...
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    25,10 €

  • The Iphigenia in Tauris of Euripides
    Gilbert Murray
    'The Iphigenia in Tauris of Euripides' is a compelling Greek tragedy that explores themes of exile, family loyalty, and divine intervention. Set in the remote land of Tauris, the play follows Iphigenia, the daughter of Agamemnon, who was miraculously saved from sacrifice at Aulis by the goddess Artemis. Now serving as a priestess in a temple where she must oversee the ritual sa...
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    20,14 €

  • The Classical Tradition in Poetry
    Gilbert Murray
    'The Classical Tradition in Poetry' is a profound exploration of the enduring influence of Greco-Roman antiquity on the poetic arts. Authored by the renowned scholar Gilbert Murray, this work delves into the fundamental elements that constitute the classical spirit, examining how ancient forms, meters, and myths have shaped the trajectory of Western literature. Murray provides ...
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    25,27 €

  • The Suppliant Women
    Gilbert Murray / Aeschylus
    'The Suppliant Women' is a profound and ancient Greek tragedy by Aeschylus, translated into verse by the renowned scholar Gilbert Murray. As one of the earliest surviving works of Western drama, it tells the compelling story of the fifty daughters of Danaus, the Danaids, who flee from Egypt to the shores of Argos. Seeking refuge to escape a forced marriage to their cousins, the...
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    20,24 €

  • The Rhesus of Euripides
    Gilbert Murray
    'The Rhesus of Euripides' is a compelling Greek tragedy centered on the events of the Trojan War, specifically during the tenth year of the legendary siege. The play follows the arrival of Rhesus, the Thracian king, who comes to the aid of the Trojans with his magnificent white horses and a formidable army. However, the night takes a dark turn as the Greek heroes Odysseus and D...
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    17,72 €

  • Ten Greek Plays
    Gilbert Murray
    'Ten Greek Plays' offers a definitive collection of the finest dramatic achievements from ancient Athens. Translated by the renowned scholar Gilbert Murray, this volume brings together a selection of tragedies and comedies that have shaped Western literature and theater for over two millennia. The collection features masterpieces by the four pillars of Greek drama: Aeschylus, S...
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    28,77 €

  • The Rise of the Greek Epic
    Gilbert Murray
    'The Rise of the Greek Epic' is a profound exploration into the origins and evolution of ancient Greek literature, specifically focusing on the Homeric tradition. Written by the esteemed classical scholar Gilbert Murray, this work examines the historical and cultural forces that shaped the 'Iliad' and the 'Odyssey'. Murray delves into the pre-Homeric world, tracing the developm...
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    26,98 €

  • A History of Ancient Greek Literature
    Gilbert Murray
    'A History of Ancient Greek Literature' is a comprehensive and masterly survey of the literary genius of the Hellenic world. Written by the distinguished scholar Gilbert Murray, this work traces the development of Greek thought and expression from the epic poetry of Homer and Hesiod through the golden age of Attic drama and the rise of historical prose. Murray examines the phil...
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    27,86 €

  • The Oxford Book of Greek Verse
    Cyril Bailey / E. A. Barber / Gilbert Murray
    'The Oxford Book of Greek Verse' is a comprehensive and authoritative collection of the finest poetry produced in the Greek language. Compiled by a prestigious committee of scholars including Gilbert Murray, Cyril Bailey, E. A. Barber, T. F. Higham, and C. M. Bowra, this anthology spans the vast horizon of Hellenic literary achievement. From the foundational epics of Homer and ...
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    33,75 €

  • The Ordeal of this Generation
    Gilbert Murray
    First published in 1929, profound changes, political, social, economic and intellectual, had taken place fifty years prior, in the environment of civilized man, and it was still doubtful whether or not he would succeed in understanding them and adapting himself to meet them. That is the 'ordeal' which forms the subject of these lectures. ...
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    58,42 €

  • Five Stages of Greek Religion
    Gilbert Murray
    Unlock the mysteries of the ancient world with 'Five Stages of Greek Religion,' a captivating exploration of the evolution of Greek mythology and spirituality. This remarkable work, long out of print, has been meticulously restored by Alpha Editions for today s readers, ensuring that its profound insights into the stages of religious development in ancient Greece are preserved ...
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    16,94 €

  • Medea of Euripides
    Euripides / Gilbert Murray
    Experience the raw power of Euripides’ 'Medea,' a cornerstone of classical literature and Greek tragedy. This enduring drama delves into the complexities of betrayal, revenge, and the devastating consequences of unchecked passion. 'Medea' explores the plight of Medea, a figure of mythological significance, as she confronts the ultimate betrayal. A timeless exploration of human ...
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    17,63 €

  • Euripides and His Age
    Gilbert Murray
    Explore the life and works of one of the greatest tragedians of ancient Greece with Gilbert Murray’s insightful study, 'Euripides and His Age.' This volume offers a comprehensive examination of Euripides, delving into the historical and cultural context that shaped his dramatic masterpieces. A key figure in classical literature and Greek drama, Euripides challenged conventions ...
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    20,11 €

  • The Trojan women of Euripides
    Euripides / Gilbert Murray
    The Trojan women of Euripides, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of sc...
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    16,97 €

  • The Problem of Foreign Policy; A Consideration of Present Dangers and the Best Methods for Meeting Them
    Gilbert Murray
    The Problem of Foreign Policy; A Consideration of Present Dangers and the Best Methods for Meeting Them, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book ...
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    16,61 €

  • Oedipus King of Thebes
    Sophocles / Gilbert Murray
    Oedipus was the mythical Greek king of Thebes. A tragic hero in Greek mythology, Oedipus accidentally fulfilled a prophecy that he would end up killing his father and marrying his mother, thereby bringing disaster to his city and family.The story of Oedipus is the subject of Sophocles's tragedy Oedipus, King of Thebes, which was followed by Oedipus at Colonus and then Antig...
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    13,41 €

  • Medea by Euripides
    Augusta Webster / Elizabeth Lee / Gilbert Murray
    Charged with female agency, Medea is a powerful story of betrayal, desperation, and horrifying revenge. The classic Greek tragedy is brought to life in this lyrical translation by Augusta Webster. Medea has lived in the shadows her entire life, but when her husband, Jason, commits the ultimate act of betrayal and leaves her for another woman, she refuses to be quietly side-line...
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    22,60 €

  • Oedipus, King of Thebes
    Sophocles / Gilbert Murray
    'Oedipus, King of Thebes,' a timeless tragedy penned by Sophocles, unravels the gripping tale of a man destined to fulfill a tragic prophecy. Oedipus, propelled by a relentless quest for truth, unwittingly embarks on a journey that leads him to confront the darkest secrets of his past. As he unravels the enigma of his own identity, Oedipus grapples with fate, hubris, and the in...
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    6,12 €

  • Medea of Euripides
    Euripides / Gilbert Murray
    Medea of Euripides, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has been completely retyped, revised, and reformatted. The text is readable and clear because these books are not created from scanned copies. ...
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    15,22 €

  • Carlyon Sahib
    Gilbert Murray
    A journey of observation, empathy, and quiet critique that travels from empire to inner life. Carlyon Sahib invites readers to witness a world where travel becomes study, duty becomes doubt, and culture meets conscience on the road.This is more than a reprint. Murray’s classic British travel narrative probes colonial encounters with precision and restraint, weaving themes of em...
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    17,68 €

  • The Electra of Euripides; Translated into English rhyming verse
    Euripides / Gilbert Murray
    Discover the timeless power of *The Electra of Euripides*, a masterful Greek tragedy that has captivated audiences for centuries. Now, after decades of being out of print, this remarkable work has been lovingly restored and republished by Alpha Editions, ensuring that its profound themes resonate with today’s readers and future generations.In this compelling drama, Euripides de...
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    18,53 €

  • The Bacchae of Euripides
    Euripedes / Gilbert Murray
    Step into the intoxicating world of ancient Greek theater with ''The Bacchae of Euripides,'' a timeless masterpiece that has captivated audiences for centuries. This powerful play explores the duality of human nature, the struggle between order and chaos, and the profound impact of divine influence on mortal lives. In ''The Bacchae,'' Euripides weaves a gripping tale of the god...
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    17,68 €

  • The Science of Brass Instruments
    Arnold Myers / Joël Gilbert / Murray Campbell
    This book provides an in-depth account of the fascinating but far from simple actions and processes that take place when a brass instrument is played. Written by three leading researchers in brass instrument acoustics who are also experienced brass players, it draws together the many recent advances in our understanding of the subtly interrelated factors shaping the musician’s ...
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    47,04 €


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