Iphigenie auf Tauris by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832
German
"Iphigenie auf Tauris" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a dramatic play written during the late 18th century. The narrative revolves around the central character Iphigenia, who finds herself caught in a web of fate, loyalty, and divine intervention as she navigates her life on the shores of Tauris, far from her beloved Greece. The opening of "Iphig...
burden of her priestly duties in the temple of Artemis. She expresses deep sorrow over her separation from family and the hardships faced by women in a patriarchal society. As the scene unfolds, Iphigenia receives a message from Thoas, King of Tauris, who wishes to make her his bride, complicating her desire for freedom and return to her homeland. The appearance of Arkas, the King's envoy, further intensifies her internal conflict as he encourages her to accept the King's advances while also hinting at the darker implications of her role as a priestess. These exchanges lay the groundwork for Iphigenia's struggles between duty, personal desire, and the looming presence of fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Andrew Hernandez
2 months agoFor a digital edition, it challenges the reader's perspective in the most intellectual way. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Andrew Walker
4 months agoIn my opinion, the diagrams and footnotes included in this version are very helpful. A valuable addition to my digital library.
Steven Jones
1 month agoI have to admit, the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. A solid resource I will return to often.
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Michael Anderson
3 months agoCompared to other books on this topic, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. I will be reading more from this author.