Two Tragedies of Seneca: Medea and The Daughters of Troy Rendered into English Verse

"Two Tragedies of Seneca: Medea and The Daughters of Troy" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a compilation of tragic plays from ancient Rome that looks at the dark side of human feelings. "Medea" tells the story of a woman's fierce payback after she's betrayed by her husband, Jason, while "The Daughters of Troy" focuses on the pain and suffering of the Trojan women after their city is destroyed. In "Medea," the main character starts the story full of anger, calling upon the gods as she plots her revenge on Jason and his new wife. The audience learns about Medea's emotional state through the opening scenes, which shows her grief, rage, and desire for vengeance. The Chorus provides more insight into Medea’s volatile mood, making it clear that she feels wronged and humiliated. The audience is pulled into Medea's dark mindset from the start, setting the stage for a deep examination of how love can turn into rage and the terrible consequences that follow.