The book “12 Great Tragedies” is a unique publication that allows you to get acquainted with the most iconic works in the history of world drama, written by outstanding masters of the genre. Many plays included in the book are dedicated to real historical characters and events, but they are creative rethought and enriched thanks to the original author's interpretations. The book includes works created from the times of Greek antiquity to the beginning of the last century, so attentive readers will not only enjoy the plot of the plays, but will also see the main stages in the evolution of dramatic and screenwriting art.