William Blake Tyrrell
Recapturing Sophocles' Antigone
- ISBN 13:
- 9780847692170
- author:
- William Blake Tyrrell
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 192
- Genre:
- Plays
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Sophocles' Antigone: A New Perspective on an Ancient Play In this thought-provoking book, Wm. Blake Tyrrell and Larry J. Bennett offer a fresh approach to understanding Sophocles' iconic tragedy. By situating the play within the cultural context of fifth-century Athens, the authors aim to create a more nuanced and accurate interpretation of the text. The authors draw on recent developments in the study of Greek antiquity and tragedy, as well as modern Greek rituals of lamentation, to shed new light on the complexities of Antigone. This interdisciplinary approach challenges traditional interpretations and provides a compelling new perspective on this enduring work of ancient Greek literature. By contextualizing the play in its historical setting, Tyrrell and Bennett reveal new insights into the text's themes and characters, making this book an essential resource for scholars and students alike.