The Trojan Women, Andromache

These three plays show both the immediate and long-term impact of war on women. It's hard to determine who suffered more - Hecuba or Andromache. Hecuba and The Trojan Women occur immediately after the Trojan War while still in the land of Troy. Andromache takes place a little later on in Greece, and shows the life of a slave woman. These are incredible tragedy plays with so many deep connections, themes, and ideas.