Uncovered Euripides fragments are ‘kind of a big deal’

CU Boulder scholars have identified new fragments of Euripides plays after extensive research. Yvona Trnka-Amrhein and John Gibert deciphered the papyrus sent to them by an Egyptian archaeologist, discovering new material from Euripides’ plays Polyidus and Ino. The fragments introduce traditional tragic elements with a new twist. Despite possible controversy surrounding their interpretations, the scholars are confidently moving forward, with plans to present their findings at the Ninth Fountain Symposium. The unique format will feature dialogue between experts in the field. The scholars anticipate reactions to their work, eager to share their discoveries with the academic community.

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