The Theban Plays

Discover the timeless wisdom of The Theban Plays, a powerful trilogy by the renowned playwright Sophocles. These classic works include King Oedipus, Oedipus at Colonus, and Antigone, each exploring profound themes of fate, morality, and human resilience. In King Oedipus, readers are drawn into the tragic narrative of a king who unknowingly fulfills a dreadful prophecy, leading to both personal and societal turmoil. The weight of past actions and the quest for truth resonate deeply, making this play a compelling study of human nature and responsibility. Oedipus at Colonus offers a poignant reflection on redemption, as the aging monarch seeks peace in his final days, intertwining themes of compassion and acceptance. Antigone presents a riveting conflict between individual ethics and state law through the eyes of a brave young woman who defies royal orders to honor her brother. This beautifully formatted trade paperback edition from Penguin UK, published in 1963, spans 176 pages packed with dramatic intensity and rich character exploration. Perfect for students, scholars, and lovers of classical literature, The Theban Plays invite readers to ponder timeless questions about fate and moral duty. Enjoy FREE shipping with your purchase, but please note that combined shipping for other items is not available. Expect your delivery within 10 days. Embrace the power of Greek tragedy and add this essential volume to your literary collection today.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140440034
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 1963
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 176


Description:
The legends surrounding the royal house of Thebes inspired Sophocles to create a powerful trilogy of mankind's struggle aginst fate.
KING OEDIPUS tells of a man who brings pestilence to Thebes for crimes he doesn't realise he has committed, and then inflicts a brutal punishment on himself. It is a devastating portrayl of a ruler brought down by his own oath. OEDIPUS AT COLONUS provides a fitting conclusion to the life of the aged and blinded king, while ANTIGONE depicts the fall of the next generation through the conflict between a young woman ruled by her conscience and a king too confident in his own authority.


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