Symbolism, Imagery & Allegory in Orpheus and Eurydice

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Stories about a man rescuing a woman from danger or death have been around for a long time. And, as you know, they are still with us today. We won't even list examples, because you've probably alre...

Many images of Orpheus and Eurydice show the couple right at the moment when Eurydice is yanked back to the Underworld forever. Orpheus stands at the edge of the cave, reaching out toward his wife...