The Medea of Euripides

The hardcover binding is in good condition, with noticeable wear on the spine and corners. There is no dust jacket present. The pages are clean and intact, showing typical aging and slight foxing. The gold lettering on the spine and cover remains clear and legible, adding to the book's classic appeal.

This edition of "The Medea of Euripides" is translated into English rhyming verse with explanatory notes by Gilbert Murray, a distinguished scholar of classical literature. Published by Oxford University Press, American Branch in 1912, this hardcover volume showcases Murray's expertise as a sometime professor of Greek at the University of Glasgow and Fellow of New College, Oxford. The book is bound in dark green cloth with gold lettering on the spine and cover, reflecting the classic elegance of early 20th-century publishing. While the copyright page states 1906, this printing was released in 1912. Euripides' Medea is a seminal work in Greek tragedy, exploring themes of passion, betrayal, and revenge. This edition is a valuable piece for collectors interested in classical literature and translation history. The book is in good condition, with some wear on the spine and corners, but retains its structural integrity.