How Long to Read Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians

How Long Does it Take to Read Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 1 minute to read Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians by Isabelle Torrance

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

In this new student introduction to a Greek tragedy, Isabelle Torrance looks at what makes Iphigenia among the Taurians a successful tragedy in ancient Greek terms, and how dramatic excitement is achieved through the exotic setting, the cast of characters, and the chorus. Assuming no knowledge of Greek, and with students in mind, the central themes of ethnicity and gender relations are examined to show how Euripides manipulates established stereotypes. The play was one of Aristotle's favourites and his enthusiasm derived from the fact that, in spite of its ostensibly happy ending, the play presents the audience with an exquisitely constructed reversal of events: when Iphigenia recognizes that she has been about to sacrifice her long-lost brother, kin-murder is avoided and the plot turns into an escape drama. Other significant concerns of the play surround ritual and the gods, and these are discussed to highlight how the drama asks probing theological questions. Finally, the vast reception history of the play in a variety of genres, such as ancient comedy, Roman philosophy, European opera, and 20th century theatre, is sketched out from antiquity to the present day.

How long is Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians?

Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians by Isabelle Torrance is 177 pages long, and a total of 45,489 words.

This makes it 60% the length of the average book. It also has 56% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 8 minutes to read Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians aloud.

What Reading Level is Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians?

Euripides: Iphigenia Among the Taurians is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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