Episode 32: Trees Bending to the Torrent (Sophocles' Antigone)
Literature and History
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Exploring the Contrasting Characters of Antigone and Creon
The chapter delves into the contrasting values and motivations of Antigone and Creon in Sophocles' Antigone. Antigone's loyalty to her family and unwavering convictions are juxtaposed with Creon's prioritization of state interests, highlighting the clash between personal duty and societal obligations.
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