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Clytemnestre, a tragedy in five acts by Alexandre Soumet, revisits the powerful Greek myth of Clytemnestra, wife of Agamemnon. Published in 1821, this dramatic work delves into the themes of revenge, betrayal, and justice within the context of the House of Atreus. Soumet's play offers a French interpretation of this timeless story, exploring the psychological complexities of its characters and the tragic consequences of their actions. This edition allows readers to experience a significant work of 19th-century French theater, reflecting the era's fascination with classical themes and dramatic literature. Ideal for students and enthusiasts of French literature, classical drama, and Greek mythology, 'Clytemnestre' remains a compelling example of tragic storytelling. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.