Sophocles
Oedipus Rex (Norton Critical Editions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780393098747
- author:
- Sophocles
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1970
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 21.2 x 13 x 1.7 cm
- Genre:
- Literary Theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannus is a thought-provoking tragedy that explores the complexities of human nature. This new translation, specially commissioned for stage production, brings Sophocles' original work to life with clarity and precision. The Norton edition includes a wealth of background materials and essays, providing context and insights into the play's themes and motifs. The accompanying texts draw on ancient authors such as Homer and Euripides, as well as modern criticism from leading scholars in psychology, religion, anthropology, drama, and literature. This diverse range of perspectives encourages discussion and analysis of the Oedipus myth, including its psychological, religious, and anthropological dimensions. The Norton edition also features essays by prominent scholars on topics such as guilt and innocence, making it an ideal resource for students and scholars of ancient Greek drama.