Eurydice

Eurydice
Author: Sarah Ruhl
Publisher: Theatre Communications Group
Total Pages: 93
Release: 2021-12-21
Genre: Drama
ISBN: 1636700101

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“Eurydice is a luminous retelling of the Orpheus myth from his beloved wife’s point of view. Watching it, we enter a singular, surreal world, as lush and limpid as a dream—an anxiety dream of love and loss—where both author and audience swim in the magical, sometimes menacing, and always thrilling flow of the unconscious… Ruhl’s theatrical voice is reticent and daring, accurate and outlandish.” —John Lahr, New Yorker A reimagining of the classic myth of Orpheus through the eyes of its heroine. Dying too young on her wedding day, Eurydice journeys to the underworld, where she reunites with her beloved father and struggles to recover lost memories of her husband and the world she left behind.

Orpheus Girl

Orpheus Girl
Author: Brynne Rebele-Henry
Publisher: Soho Press
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2019-10-08
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 1641290757

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In her debut novel, award-winning poet Brynne Rebele-Henry re-imagines the Orpheus myth as a love story between two teenage girls who are sent to conversion therapy after being caught together in an intimate moment. Abandoned by a single mother she never knew, 16-year-old Raya—obsessed with ancient myths—lives with her grandmother in a small conservative Texas town. For years Raya has fought to hide her feelings for her best friend and true love, Sarah. When the two are outed, they are sent to Friendly Saviors: a re-education camp meant to “fix” them and make them heterosexual. Upon arrival, Raya vows to assume the role of Orpheus, to return to the world of the living with her love—and after she, Sarah, and the other teen residents are subjected to abusive and brutal “treatments” by the staff, Raya only becomes more determined to escape. In a haunting voice reminiscent of Sylvia Plath and the contemporary lyricism of David Levithan, Brynne Rebele-Henry weaves a powerful inversion of the Orpheus myth informed by the disturbing real-world truths of conversion therapy. Orpheus Girl is a story of dysfunctional families, trauma, first love, heartbreak, and ultimately, the fierce adolescent resilience that has the power to triumph over darkness and ignorance. CW: There are scenes in this book that depict self-harm, homophobia, transphobia, and violence against LGBTQ characters.

Orpheus and Eurydice

Orpheus and Eurydice
Author: Tom de Freston
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2017-05-18
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1474276814

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The story of Orpheus's tragic quest into the underworld to rescue his true love Eurydice back from the dead is one that has haunted the western imagination for over 2,000 years through many tellings, re-tellings, appropriations and adaptations. A unique coming together of poetry, art and criticism, Orpheus and Eurydice explores the myth's impact through a graphic-poetic reconstruction of the story. Including critical reflections from leading thinkers, writers and critics, this is a compelling exploration of the enduring power of this tale.

Folk Tales from Greece

Folk Tales from Greece
Author: F.T. Weaver
Publisher: WEST AGORA INT S.R.L.
Total Pages: 119
Release: 2024-08-09
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

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Discover the Timeless Magic of Greek Mythology! Folk Tales from Greece: Ancient Myths and Timeless Legends from Greek Mythology invites readers on an unforgettable journey through the heart of ancient Greece. This captivating collection brings to life the epic adventures, divine encounters, and profound wisdom of legendary heroes and gods. Within these pages, you will find: The awe-inspiring tale of King Midas, whose wish for gold brings unforeseen consequences. The epic voyage of Odysseus, navigating treacherous seas and mythical lands in his quest for home. The heartbreaking love story of Orpheus and Eurydice, a testament to the power of love and loss. The seasonal dance of Persephone and Demeter, explaining the natural cycles of life and renewal. The daring escape of Icarus and Daedalus, and the peril of hubris. The miraculous birth of Athena, born fully armed from Zeus's head. The terrifying power of Medusa, whose gaze turns men to stone. The enchanting romance of Eros and Psyche, overcoming trials to find eternal love. The cautionary tale of Pandora’s Box, releasing woes upon the world but also hope. The fateful Judgment of Paris, sparking the legendary Trojan War. A pleasure to read, filled with profound timeless knowledge and teachings, this collection is suited for all ages. Folk tales are the foundation of human storytelling—understanding a culture is best done through the stories they tell. We see folk tales as distilled teachings of human culture—their value is unfathomable. It’s our inheritance, and we should understand and love it. Beyond the joy of storytelling, both for tellers and listeners, our mission is to help preserve this valuable cultural heritage. We envision this collection as a treasure that any library or bookshelf can hold and pass on to future generations, inspiring and educating them with the wisdom of our ancestors. Perfect for lovers of mythology, literature, and timeless stories, this book is an essential addition to any collection. Immerse yourself in the legendary tales that have shaped cultures and captivated imaginations for millennia. Embrace the magic of Greek mythology—own a piece of this invaluable cultural inheritance today!

The Clean House and Other Plays

The Clean House and Other Plays
Author: Sarah Ruhl
Publisher: ReadHowYouWant.com
Total Pages: 542
Release: 2010-07-09
Genre: Drama
ISBN: 1458781259

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This volume is the first publication of Sarah Ruhl, ''a playwright with a unique comic voice, perspective and sense of theater,'' (Variety) who is fast leaving her mark on the American stage. In the award-winning Clean House-a play of uncommon romance and uncommon comedy-a maid who hates cleaning dreams about creating the perfect joke, while a doctor who treats cancer leaves his heart inside one of his patients. This volume also includes Eurydice, Ruhl's reinvention of the tragic Greek tale of love and loss; Late, a cowboy song and Melancholy Play

A Song for the Underworld

A Song for the Underworld
Author: Adam Alexander Haviaras
Publisher: Adam Alexander Haviaras
Total Pages: 137
Release: 2021-05-17
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 198830945X

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Long ago, when gods and heroes walked the earth in triumph and tragedy, true love and epic deeds were set among the stars... In the ancient land of Greece, at a time when kings warred and the people suffered, the Fates fixed their timeless eyes upon the son of a muse, and his story inspired hope and beauty in a ravaged world. Raised by the daughters of Zeus in the shadow of Mount Olympus, Orpheus is filled with a love of the world, of creation, and of song. Wherever he goes, whatever he does, he inspires mortals, birds, beasts, and even the Gods with his music. He is blessed with a humility and unmatched skill that make him the greatest musician of the age. However, when the god Apollo tells Orpheus that he has more to learn, the young man leaves the safety of his home to wander the world in search of his destiny. Having travelled alone into the vast northern forests of Thrace, Orpheus discovers that elusive gift granted to few mortals or gods: True Love. In the love and friendship of the nymph, Eurydice, Orpheus comes to understand one of the greatest mysteries of the world. He is inspired in all things, and his music reaches unimagined heights of beauty. But the Fates can be cruel, the world barbarous, and the greatest gifts given, including love, can be taken away. When Eurydice’s light is suddenly extinguished from Orpheus’ life, the musician must make a choice. He can live a life without his only love and let the world tear itself to pieces, or he can make a journey that would terrify even the bravest of heroes to rescue his love and bring her back into the light. Will Orpheus be able to cross the dark plains of the Underworld and bring Eurydice back? Or will he lose his soul, and his love, for daring to challenge the Fates? The only way he can succeed is to plumb the depths of his deepest emotions and play like he has never played before... A Song for the Underworld is an epic retelling of the story of Orpheus and Eurydice from Greek mythology. It is the third book in the Mythologia fantasy series by best-selling and award-winning author and historian, Adam Alexander Haviaras. If you enjoy books by Madeline Miller, Stephen Fry, Natalie Haynes or Jennifer Saint then you will love the Mythologia series. Read A Song for the Underworld today and experience the greatest love story of the ancient world!

Eurydice's Body

Eurydice's Body
Author: Liz Locke
Publisher:
Total Pages: 544
Release: 2000
Genre:
ISBN:

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Orpheus and Eurydice

Orpheus and Eurydice
Author: Edward Eaton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2012-06
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 9781936381487

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When Eurydice finds herself in Hades, she is mocked and tormented by demons. Can she be rescued by her husband Orpheus before her last spark of humanity is destroyed? Can they overcome the wrath of the Queen of the Dead? Dramatic Verse (Play in 6 Scenes) from Dragonfly Publishing, Inc.]

Nightsong

Nightsong
Author: Michael Cadnum
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2015-10-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1504019679

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A poet journeys into the underworld to rescue his bride His name is Orpheus, and he is the greatest poet on Earth. With his lyre, he can make music so beautiful it causes the gods to weep, but they are not who he wants to impress. Orpheus has been in love with Eurydice ever since the first time he heard her voice, and to win her love he sings the most beautiful songs in history. On the day of their wedding, when Orpheus feels happiness just within his grasp, Eurydice is bitten by a snake and dies. The groom is heartbroken, but undaunted. He will rescue his beloved—even if he must battle death itself. Orpheus’s path is fraught with untold dangers, but he presses on—and a tragic yet beautiful love story emerges from this radical reworking of an ancient tale.

The World's Wife

The World's Wife
Author: Carol Ann Duffy
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2001-04-09
Genre: Poetry
ISBN: 057119995X

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Mrs Midas, Queen Kong, Mrs Lazarus, the Kray sisters, and a huge cast of others startle with their wit, imagination, lyrical intuition and incisiveness.