Atalanta in Calydon

Atalanta in Calydon is a poetic tragedy by Algernon Charles Swinburne, first published in 1865. Set in ancient Calydon, the play revolves around the themes of fate, love, and honor, focusing on the characters Meleager, Althaea, and Atalanta as they confront the dire consequences of vengeance and familial conflict. The narrative begins with Calydon's curse by the goddess Artemis and escalates into a fierce hunt for a destructive boar, leading to tragic outcomes driven by passion and duty. This work showcases Swinburne's metrical prowess and solidified his reputation in Victorian literature.