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A skillful translation of the classical French tragedy about the captivity of Hector's wife after her abduction by the son of Achilles. The rhymed couplets retain the simplicity of form and powerful language of the original. "[This translation] is a striking tour de force" (Hudson Review). Drawings by Igor Tulipanov.

In the aftermath of the Trojan War, four legendary figures are trapped in a devastating chain of unrequited love.

A Chain of Obsession: Orestes loves Hermione, who loves King Pyrrhus, who loves his captive Andromache—a fatal tangle where every heart is destined to break. The Aftermath of Troy: Explore the brutal politics and personal grief that follow the fall of the city, where victors and vanquished are bound by fate and the ghosts of the past. Passion vs. Duty: Witness proud royals torn between their sworn vows and the savage, unreasoning love that threatens to destroy them and their kingdoms. Acclaimed Verse Translation: Experience Racine’s psychological tragedy through a masterful English version that preserves the original’s rhyming couplets and dramatic intensity.