Herakles Gone Mad: Rethinking Heroism in an Age of Endless War

Robert Meagher presents a new translation of 'Herakles', Euripides' powerful drama about the trauma of war. A decorated veteran, Herakles must face a final enemy, but in his battle rage he murders his own family, unable to tell them apart. This ancient text retains a direct relevance in the modern world.   Author: Robert Emmet Meagher Binding: Paperback