I found it interesting how the tone throughout this book changed from one of sadness to one of joy. It starts out in the spirit of tragedy, and Orestes' life looks like it is going to end in sadness and futility as the furies (champions of punishment) chase him throughout the land. We even get an element of the futility of being led by a god, as most of this was really brought on by Apollo. But then the tone changes drastically after Athena begins talking with the Furies, and gives them the power to bring prosperity. After logic and justice win the day, the tone of the story changes to one of joy and optimism.
It seems to me that in a world where justice is always dealt out, and where logic is always conclusive, joy and prosperity would always be abundant. The true tragedy is that we do not live in a world like that. Our world is flawed, and entropy is unavoidable. But, just like the world of Orestes, one day our world to will be dealt our due, and prosperity and joy will reign once again.
P.S. I commented on Caleb's post.
P.S. I commented on Caleb's post.
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