The Tragic Fate of Oedipus

This chapter delves into the tragic life of Oedipus, who unknowingly fulfills a prophecy by killing his father and marrying his mother, leading to a series of catastrophic events in Thebes. It analyzes Oedipus as a tragic hero caught in the grip of fate and cosmic forces beyond his control, setting the stage for the unfolding drama in Colonus with key characters introduced.