Themistocles, the Lover of His Country

Themistocles, the Lover of His Country

Samuel Madden

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
ISBN:
9781141465118
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'Themistocles, the Lover of His Country' is a tragedy by Samuel Madden, first performed in 1729. This play explores the life and times of the famed Athenian statesman and general Themistocles, known for his crucial role in the Greek victory at the Battle of Salamis. Madden’s dramatic interpretation delves into Themistocles’s patriotism, political maneuvering, and ultimate downfall.Set against the backdrop of ancient Greece, the play examines themes of love for one’s nation, the perils of power, and the complexities of leadership. Madden’s work offers a glimpse into the theatrical tastes and historical interests of the 18th century, providing a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of both dramatic literature and ancient history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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