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Is the deeply felt belief that mortals cannot escape pain and sorrow?

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The essence of Greek drama is the deeply felt belief that mortals can not escape pain and sorrow. And this belief is usually reflected in their dramas which are usually centered around murder, r.ape, incest, suicide and mutilation.
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