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The Theban Plays
Book • 1955
Sophocles' Theban Plays comprise three tragedies: Oedipus Rex, Oedipus at Colonus, and Antigone.
These plays explore the intertwined fates of Oedipus and his family, examining themes of fate, free will, and the consequences of human actions.
The plays are renowned for their complex characters, intricate plots, and profound exploration of human suffering.
Sophocles' masterful use of dramatic irony and his exploration of the relationship between individual and state make the Theban Plays enduring masterpieces.
The plays' enduring relevance lies in their exploration of timeless questions about fate, free will, and the nature of justice.
These plays explore the intertwined fates of Oedipus and his family, examining themes of fate, free will, and the consequences of human actions.
The plays are renowned for their complex characters, intricate plots, and profound exploration of human suffering.
Sophocles' masterful use of dramatic irony and his exploration of the relationship between individual and state make the Theban Plays enduring masterpieces.
The plays' enduring relevance lies in their exploration of timeless questions about fate, free will, and the nature of justice.
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Mentioned by Deacon Harrison Garlick as a series of plays to be read, focusing on the story of Oedipus and his intellectual maturation.
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Mentioned by Deacon Harrison Garlick in comparison with Aeschylus, highlighting the differences in their approaches to storytelling and thematic development.
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