“When I have tried and failed, I shall have failed.”
Quote by Sophocles
Work
The Theban Plays: King Oedipus, Oedipus at Colonus [and] Antigone
This volume includes three of Sophocles' most renowned works, each a profound exploration of human suffering and the complexities of Greek society. 'King Oedipus' delves into the tragic fate of its protagonist, 'Oedipus at Colonus' portrays the final days of Oedipus, and 'Antigone' examines themes of loyalty and justice. These plays are celebrated for their dramatic intensity and philosophical depth. more
Author
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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