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Two versions of the classic tale Medea, composed by Seneca and Euripedes respectively, are profiled.

Seneca is one of the most admired figures of Roman history. In addition to being a statesman, politician, ethicist, and philosopher, Seneca was also a poet and playwright. This is a brief article examining one of his most popular plays, the Medea.

Analysis of Medea from "Medea" and Everyman from the morality play "Everyman."

A comparsion of the interference and relevance of the gods in the Greek tragedies Medea and Oedipus the King.

Medea as a vehicle for articulation of interchangeability of identity in forming ancient greek social structures.

An examination of Medea's actions, which are rooted in a patriarchal society which leaves women in exile with emotions unchecked.

There are many underlying themes and meanings in this myth which probably have their origins in older mythologies. Morford and Lenardon suggest that the myth of Jason, "reflect the expansion of the Greeks into the Black Sea" (Morford, Lenardon, 573).

A counterpart to "Jason's Medea".

A take on Jason from the Argonauts.

Medea gets to tell everyone her side of what happened in a court of law!

A subjective research paper comparing Euripides' "Medea" and Don DeLillo's "Videotape" to express an the idea that there is a type of pleasure or power, if you will, in watching tragedy.

Jason is celebrated as a hero in Greek mythology, but a deeper reading of the myths surrounding this character often show essentially a straw man, stood up by the gods and Medea.

This article discusses the way in which Euripides' play "Medea" challenged traditional religious views of its time. This new viewpoint more accurately reflected the attitude of Athens during that time period

The power of choice is both a blessing as well as a curse for the human race. In theatre especially, the constant theme of choice is a deeply rooted and powerful part of dramatic literature.

The main city of Istria since ancient times, Pula has Roman arches, an amphitheater, and a temple... and a Mediterranean ambiance.

Code Pink has recently grabbed headlines after Pink protester Desiree Anita Ali-Fairooz approached U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice with fake blood on her hands.

7 traveling attractions in and around Downtown San Diego, CA, USA. Hopefully these will entice you here to find out more about the other attractions like Sea World, Mission Bay, Wild Animal Park, etc as well!

There are references to the cultivation of plants directly in water in Egyptian records dating back to the time of the New Kingdom and the "Woman-King," Pharoah Hatshepsut around 1460 BCE.

A hero is characterized by exemplary courage, a blend of humanity and divinity. A modern version of Achilles who exemplifies the dichotomy of heroism and weakness is James Bond, a character who is a symbol for his era with a tragic weakness for women.

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This article explores the myth of the goddess of love, Aphrodite.

This shows a parallel between Greek mythology and King Arthur.

The tale of Jason and the Argonauts has been told roughly since the time of Homer. The myth itself comes out of Thessaly where a tradition of Greek Epic Poetry began in about 800 BCE.

This brief editorial reviews Tyler Perry's Fall 2007 "Why Did I Get Married," featuring Janet Jackson and Jill Scott among others.

A poem inspired by Dante's Inferno.

The Seaport Village is spread over fourteen acres that resemble a New England fishing town. There are wonderful little things to enjoy while you are roaming around the Seaport Village.

When you think "mom", you probably don't think along the lines of, say, murder, incest, or cannibalism. Right? Well, the ancient Greeks kind of did. In their myths, anyway.

The following is an account not only of the traditions, restrictions and lives of Athenian women in the fifth and sixth century, B..C. It also scrutinizes that backgrounds, education and perspectives of the sources from which I retrieved this information.

Women play many roles in life: from mother to leader and from caretaker to deceiver, women are named many of these terms.

Hallmark makes popular greeting cards & they've also made some great television. Here's some of the best of the bunch.

Picking a pet name can be difficult. Here's some tips and great suggestions for naming your dog.

One in every 733 live births and more than 350,000 people in the US are born with Down Syndrome. See how the new movie MY Brother tells the story from the inner city of NYC

A brief history of Greek theater from it's beginnings centuries ago.

An analysis of the philosophy of knowledge and the search for truth, under the names religion, philosophy, and art.

Is Nike Inc. an economic savior lifting Global labor standards or a cause in sweatshop labor motivated by profits? The debate over Nike's Sweatshop factories has painted the company's reputation many colors across the spectrum of global Labor Rights.

A discussion of the origins of moral responsibility in the Classical World, specifically in the works of Euripides and Sophocles.

The two most prominent types of artifacts are the architectural remnants such as those taken on during the Periclean program and also the literature from authors such as Euripides and Aeschylus.

Washington High School in Pensacola is a great school that has been held down by an inept administration. Now that the Principal has been removed, it may just be headed toward becoming the city's best high school.

Shirt paints are easy to use and with these designs, tips and techniques you'll have a new look in minutes.

More than 200 women kill their children in the United States every year, according to a recent study by the American Anthropological Association. Homicide is the leading cause of death in children under four.

Iit's no exaggeration to say that - musical styles aside - in many ways Maria Callas was the Madonna of her day. She could make headlines just by going for a walk.

Based on historical and current spy satellite imagry, the CIA concluded at least a decade ago that global warming was a fact.

In drama, the audience behaves as one of the most important aspects for playwrights and production companies. Most playwrights try to incorporate the audience into their by representing them on stage by certain characters or aspects.

al Qaeda in the Maghreb region. History and growth.

As an aspiring actor and writer that has a keen interest in politics, social economics, ethnic culture, current events, and so forth, I have seen a lot of different TV shows within the past few years.

One of the most esoteric yet infamous women of world history, Cleopatra VII remains a leading female figure renown for her charm and beauty. Her depiction in ancient writings reveal a strong xenophobic presence in Rome.

Summer offers a diverse group of shows with men in the leading roles. These include Rescue Me, Monk, and new shows like Heartland

An essay presenting the references to Roman Mythology, found in William Shakespeare's "The Merchant of Venice"

3 primary source documents provide a solid foundation for the idea that Christianity played a significant part in supporting the anti-suffragist movement. A basic dissection of the books/articles.

A research paper I wrote in my Intro to Forensics class. This information is disturbing.