Electra

Electra, one of the greatest Greek tragedies, dramatizes the aftermath of King Agamemnon’s murder and the vengeance pursued by his children, Electra and Orestes. Written by Sophocles in the 5th century BCE, the play focuses on Electra’s unwavering grief and moral resolve as she demands justice for her father’s death at the hands of her mother, Clytemnestra. With its intense emotional depth and ethical complexity, Electra explores themes of justice, familial loyalty, and the consequences of revenge, exemplifying the enduring power of Greek tragedy.