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Quote by Sophocles

“One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession.”

Quote by Sophocles

Work

Sophocles is celebrated for his contributions to the genre of Greek tragedy, with works that include 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone'. His plays are known for their complex characters and profound themes, reflecting the cultural and philosophical values of ancient Greece. more

Author

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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