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97: Sophocles - Oedipus Rex & Oedipus at Colonus
The Nietzsche Podcast
The Tragic Quest of Oedipus
This chapter explores the character of Oedipus in Sophocles' tragedies, emphasizing his tragic fate and the role of dramatic irony in his pursuit of truth. It contextualizes the plays within Greek tragedy, contrasting Aristotle's and Plato's views on the emotional impact of such narratives.
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