Antigone, Oedipus The King And Electra by Sophocles
This collection of plays delves into the tragic fates of a royal family cursed by fate and their own choices. The narrative explores themes of power, pride, and the consequences of defying divine and societal laws. In one story, a determined young woman defies a king's decree to honor her fallen brother, leading to a tragic chain of events. Another tale follows a king's harrowing journey of self-discovery as he unravels the dark truth of his origins, while the final play portrays a daughter's quest for vengeance against her father's murderers, highlighting the destructive cycle of revenge and the complexities of familial loyalty.
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- Published
- -441
- Nationality
- Greek
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Ancient greek
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- Alternate Titles
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- Antigone
- Electra
- Oedipus Rex
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