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The Theban Plays: King Oedipus, Oedipus at Colonus, Antigone

This volume includes three of Sophocles' most renowned works: 'King Oedipus,' 'Oedipus at Colonus,' and 'Antigone.' These plays delve into themes of fate, family, and moral dilemmas, showcasing the depth and complexity of ancient Greek drama. more

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Sophocles
Sophocles

Sophocles, born in 498 BC and died in 406 BC, was a renowned Greek tragic playwright. He is one of the three greatest tragic poets of ancient Greece, alongside Aeschylus and Euripides. Sophocles' works profoundly revealed the complexity of human nature and social contradictions, exerting a profound influence on subsequent drama. more

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