Frank Laurence Lucas

F. L. Lucas (1894–1967) was a highly respected Classicist, poet and codebreaker. Originally published in 1932 as a limited edition of 500 copies, this volume contains the text of his epic poem retelling the well-known myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in Classical reception and in the modern treatment of Classical myth.

""Euripides and His Influence: Our Debt to Greece and Rome"" by Frank Laurence Lucas is a comprehensive study of the life and works of the ancient Greek playwright, Euripides, and his influence on Western literature and culture. The book explores Euripides' life, his innovations in dramatic form, and his impact on the development of tragedy and comedy. It also examines the reception of his plays in ancient Greece and Rome and their continued popularity in modern times. Lucas analyzes the themes and motifs that run through Euripides' plays, such as the role of women in society, the nature of love and desire, and the relationship between humans and the gods. He also discusses the influence of Euripides on later writers, including Shakespeare, Racine, and Goethe. The book is written in a clear and engaging style and is suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of literature and culture. It includes a detailed bibliography and index, making it a valuable resource for further research. Overall, ""Euripides and His Influence"" is a compelling exploration of one of the greatest playwrights of all time and his enduring legacy in Western culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Seneca's plays, which include Hercules Furens, Phaedra, Medea and Oedipus, were widely read during the Elizabethan era, and had an important influence on the dramatists of the time, including Shakespeare, Kyd, Marlowe and Marston. This study, first published in 1922, examines Seneca's Greek predecessors, his character, life and times, and the nature and extent of his influence and legacy. Divided into five sections, the book addresses in turn: the rise of Greek drama before Seneca; Seneca's character and temperament; Seneca's tragedies; the different dramatic forms in the centuries after Seneca; and the important influence of Seneca on Elizabethan dramatists. Lucas provides close readings of a wide range of plays, including Macbeth and The Spanish Tragedy, and places the works in their historical context – Greek, Roman and Elizabethan.