The book "Rhesus" is one of the last tragedies of the great ancient Greek playwright Euripides. It tells about the events that take place during the Trojan War. The main character, the warrior Rhesus, is forced to fight his fate against gods, men and himself. He is faced with a choice between his own happiness and the well-being of his people. This drama touches on important philosophical themes such as faith, destiny, morality and responsibility. Euripides reveals the moral contradictions and complexity of human nature through the prism of the conflict between Rhesus and other heroes. The book "Rhesus" impresses with its depth, intrigue and wealth of symbols, which makes it one of the greatest works of ancient Greek drama.