"Hippolytus" is a tragedy written by the ancient Greek playwright Euripides. The play centers around Hippolytus, the son of Theseus and Amazon queen Hippolyta. He is devoted to the goddess Artemis and rejects the advances of his stepmother, Phaedra, who falls in love with him. The story unfolds as Phaedra falsely accuses Hippolytus of assaulting her, leading to tragic consequences. Theseus, believing his wife, curses his son, resulting in Hippolytus's downfall. The play explores themes of love, honor, and the devastating effects of false accusations.