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From Ancient Greece to Modern Times: A Historical Perspective on Tragicomedy
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What is the earliest known example of tragicomedy?
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The Oresteia by Aeschylus
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The Oresteia is a trilogy of plays by Aeschylus that tells the story of the murder of Agamemnon and the subsequent revenge of his son, Orestes. It is considered to be the earliest known example of tragicomedy, as it combines elements of both tragedy and comedy.