Gilbert Murray
Playwright and scholar of ancient Greece
Born
Died
1957
69 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Australia
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An Australian-English playwright and scholar specialized in classical studies and the translation of Greek plays. Significant contributions include translating works of Aeschylus and Euripides, making ancient Greek literature accessible to a wider audience. Held the position of Regius Professor of Greek at the University of Oxford between 1908 and 1936. Actively engaged in promoting the peace movement during and after World War I. His translations played a key role in reviving interest in Greek tragedies in the early 20th century.
Translated Aeschylus and Euripides
Served as Regius Professor of Greek at Oxford
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