Oresteia
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"The Oresteia" is the only complete ancient Greek triptych in existence. It consists of "Agamemnon", "The Libation Bearer" and "The Good Ones". It was first performed in 458 BC. "Agamemnon" tells the story of King Agamemnon of Argos who returned triumphantly after conquering Troy, but was murdered by his wife Clytemnestra; "The Libation Bearer" tells the story of Agamemnon's son Orestes returning to Argos to meet his sister Elek The story of Terra recognizing each other and finally killing her mother to avenge her father; "The Good One" tells the story of Orestes, who was pressed by the goddess of revenge for killing his biological mother, defended his actions in front of Athena and various judges, and was finally acquitted by Athena. The entire triptych is well connected and completed in one go.
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