This book offers a provocative interpretation of a relatively neglected tragedy; Aeschyluss Suppliant Women. Although the plays subject is a venerable myth; it frames the flight of the daughters of Danaus from Egypt to Greece in starkly contemporary terms; emphasizing the encounter between newcomers and natives. Some scholars read Suppliant Women as modeling successful social integration; but Geoffrey W. Bakewell argues that the play demonstrates; above all; the difficulties and dangers noncitizens brought to the polis.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Back to my rootsBy Carlottia ScottA wonderful historical overview of the rich culture; history; and the substantial contrubutions of a community. The historical content is well presenred and the pictorial inclusions are beautifully noteworthy. An easy well written read. Anyone seeking background and history will find this book benefical.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Two StarsBy Beth WilliamsonIt was mostly pictures and a laundry list of individuals with limited information about each individual.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Interesting and important insight into the historical and cultural fabric ...By J. CurlinInteresting and important insight into the historical and cultural fabric of a community -- in this case; El Paso. Well done!