138 results for 'Sophocles'

Sophocles' Philoctetes is a complex and challenging play that explores themes of pain, honor, power, and expediency. Its portrayal of a sufferer as a powerful and intense figure sets it apart from...

Tragedy and Civilization: An Interpretation of Sophocles by Charles Segal provides a comprehensive analysis of Sophocles' plays, exploring themes of order and civilized life in the face of savagery...

Sophocles' surviving plays are renowned for their insight into the human condition, and this volume presents a unique opportunity to explore his lesser-known works. From fragments of plays about the...

The Plays of Sophocles by A. F. Garvie provides a comprehensive assessment of the seven extant plays of this ancient Greek tragedian. This second edition has been revised to include an updated...

A Study Guide for Sophocles's "Oedipus Rex (aka Oedipus the King)" provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author...

The Complete Plays of Sophocles A New Translation by Sophocles Award-winning poets Robert Bagg and James Scully bring ancient Athenian drama to life in vivid new translations. This collection...

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...

Sophocles' Electra is a tragedy about the vengeance taken by two siblings, Electra and Orestes, against their mother and stepfather for the murder of their father. This English translation includes...

Sophocles' Fabulae presents a new and authoritative text of this ancient Greek drama. The editors have drawn on years of close collaboration and scholarly discussion to present a carefully assessed...

The Burial at Thebes is Seamus Heaney's verse translation of Sophocles' great tragedy, Antigone. Commissioned to mark the centenary of the Abbey Theatre in Dublin in 2004, this work brings together...

A Study Guide for Sophocles's Antigone provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study questions,...

Sophocles and the Language of Tragedy is a groundbreaking exploration of the work of this great classical playwright. Simon Goldhill sheds new light on Sophocles' distinctive brilliance as a...

Antigone by Roy Williams brings Sophocles' story to life in a contemporary setting. When Creon refuses to bury Antigone's brother, her anger turns to defiance, leading to a tragic confrontation with...

Sophocles' Electra is a drama that has sparked intense scholarly debate for centuries. This 2007 edition offers a fresh exploration of long-standing controversies, including the morality of...

Sophocles: A Study of His Theater in Its Political and Social Context by Jacques Jouanna is a comprehensive account of the life and work of this influential ancient Greek dramatist. Drawing on a wide...

Sophocles' Antigone offers a sophisticated literary and cultural interpretation of the play, combining close attention to language, meter, and performance issues. This new edition makes the tragedy...

Sophocles' Ajax presents a powerful exploration of the human cost of ambition and the consequences of denied honour. This new edition of the play offers a detailed analysis of style, language, and...

The Complete Sophocles offers a unique opportunity to experience the works of one of ancient Greece's most celebrated tragedians. This collection brings together three of Sophocles' most powerful...

Sophocles' Oedipus Rex is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of ancient drama. This revised edition of Dr Dawe's commentary provides authoritative analysis of the play, exploring its...

Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannus is a masterful tragedy that explores the complexities of human life. The play's tightly wound plot unfolds over a single day, as its protagonist, a noble king, seeks to...

Ajax by Sophocles This new translation brings ancient Greek drama to life, making it accessible and engaging for students. The play is accompanied by detailed commentaries, discussion questions, and...

This new translation brings Sophocles' ancient play to life, making it easy for students to engage with its dramatic qualities. The book includes detailed commentaries, practical questions, and a...

Sophocles II Ajax, The Women of Trachis, Electra, Philoctetes, The Trackers brings together five plays by one of ancient Greece's most renowned tragedians. This collection features translations of...

Sophocles' Electra presents a powerful exploration of revenge and its consequences. This edition provides a detailed commentary that delves into the play's meaning, relating it to the social and...

Friedrich Hölderlin's Selected Poetry presents a substantial selection from the work of one of Europe's greatest poets. Translated by David Constantine, this volume recreates the strange and...

Sophocles' The Theban Plays: Antigone, Oedipus the King, Oedipus at Colonus brings together three timeless tragedies in a single volume. Translated by renowned scholars Elizabeth Wyckoff, David...

Sophocles' Ajax is one of the most thought-provoking and complex surviving ancient tragedies. Its protagonist's extreme actions and subsequent isolation have long been the subject of interpretation...

The Penn Greek Drama Series presents fresh translations of the entire corpus of classical Greek drama. This volume brings together three of Sophocles' most famous works: King Oedipus, Oedipus at...

This new translation of Sophocles' Electra brings ancient Greek drama to life. The play is presented alongside detailed commentaries that encourage discussion and analysis, as well as practical...

Sophocles' plays: 1 Oedipus the King; Oedipus at Colonnus; AntigoneTranslated with an introduction and notes by Don Taylor, this volume includes three of Sophocles' most famous tragedies. The plays...

The Lost Plays of Greek Tragedy (Volume 2) Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides by Matthew Wright offers an authoritative critical guide to the lost plays of three of Greece's most renowned tragedians...

Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannus is one of the most famous ancient tragedies, and its influence can still be felt today. However, it was not the only dramatization of the Oedipus myth in ancient Greece.A...

Oedipus the King is a masterpiece of ancient Greek tragedy, widely regarded as one of the greatest works of its kind. This highly polished English verse translation brings Sophocles' powerful play to...

Antigone by Sophocles is a thought-provoking ancient Greek drama that explores complex themes and moral dilemmas. This new translation brings the play to life, accompanied by detailed commentaries...

This new translation of Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannus brings the ancient Greek drama to life, making it accessible to students of Classical Civilisation and Drama. The book includes a full synopsis,...

Killing Hercules: Deianira and the Politics of Domestic Violence from Sophocles to the War on Terror by Richard Rowland explores how artists across two millennia have revisited the myth of Hercules...

Greek Tragedies 3: Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides brings together four iconic plays from ancient Greece. Richmond Lattimore's translation of Aeschylus' "The Eumenides" is paired with David...

A World of Heroes is a reader designed for students who have just completed an introductory course in ancient Greek and wish to read substantial passages of ancient authors in the original language...

This collection of plays by Sophocles is presented in a specially commissioned translation that seeks to evoke the poetry of the originals. The translations are the result of collaborations between...

Greek Tragedies 2: Aeschylus: The Libation Bearers; Sophocles: Electra; Euripides: Iphigenia among the Taurians, Electra, The Trojan WomenThis collection of translations brings together six of the...

Experience the timeless power of ancient Greek tragedy with this comprehensive collection of translations from the University of Chicago Press. Richmond Lattimore's translation of Aeschylus's...

The Three Theban Plays: Antigone, Oedipus the King, and Oedipus at ColonusTranslated by Robert Fagles, this Penguin Classics edition brings Sophocles's timeless dramas to life. The three plays tell...

Four seminal tragedies by the master Greek dramatist Sophocles are collected in this volume, featuring newly translated works. The plays explore themes of grief, power, and the human condition...

The Heroic Temper: Studies in Sophoclean Tragedy by Bernard Knox This book explores the common patterns and elements that define Sophocles' tragic heroes. Through a close examination of language and...

Sophocles' Antigone is a powerful exploration of the human condition, where the consequences of one's actions can be devastating. In a city torn apart by civil war, the refusal to bury a brother's...

Sophocles' Oedipus the King is a searing tale of jealousy, rage, and revenge. Available for the first time as an independent work, David Grene's translation renders Sophocles' Greek into vivid and...

Antigonick by Sophocles is a luminous and disturbing tragedy that has been given an entirely fresh language and presentation. This paperback edition includes a new preface by the author, "Dear...

Sophocles' Antigone and Other Tragedies is a collection of three timeless tragedies that explore the extremes of human suffering and emotion. Through the stories of Antigone, Deianeira, and Electra,...

Sophocles is one of the world's greatest poets, renowned for his tragic plays that explore the human condition. Drawing inspiration from mythology and legend, Sophocles' works feature heroic figures...

Sophocles' greatest plays are collected in this new edition of the Classical Dramatists series. The complete surviving works include Ajax, Women of Trachis, Electra and Philoctetes. These plays...

Sophocles' timeless masterpieces bring to life the complexities of human emotion and the devastating consequences of unchecked ambition. This collection of three tragedies explores the intricate web...

Sophocles' Fragments. 3 is a collection of the poet's surviving works, edited by Hugh Lloyd-Jones in two volumes and further supplemented by Volume III. This edition provides new translations of...

Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannos is presented in Emily Wilson's superb translation, accompanied by her engaging introduction and explanatory footnotes. This edition also includes comparative ancient...

Sophocles' tragic plays have had a profound impact on Western literature. Among his most famous works are Oedipus the King and Oedipus at Kolonos, which explore the devastating consequences of human...

Mark Ringer's Electra and the Empty Urn offers a fresh perspective on ancient Greek tragedy by applying the concept of metatheatricality to Sophocles' work. This innovative approach breaks new ground...

The Theban Plays: Oedipus Rex, Oedipus at Colonus and Antigone by Sophocles A gripping trilogy that explores the complexities of human nature, Sophocles' Theban Plays are a cornerstone of Western...

Sophocles' masterful tragedies are presented in this collection of three plays. Written in the 5th century BC, these works showcase the enduring power of ancient Greek drama. The "Theban" plays -...

This new translation of Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannus brings together the expertise of Peter Meineck and Paul Woodruff, renowned translators of Greek tragedy. Their collaboration offers a clear and...

Exploring the representation and problematization of marriage in Sophocles' plays offers valuable insights into Athenian attitudes towards this institution. This study delves into the ways in which...

The OCR Anthology for Classical Greek AS and A Level is an official publication from Bloomsbury Academic, endorsed by OCR for use in the Greek AS and A-Level curriculum. This comprehensive anthology...

A new adaptation of Sophocles' classic play Antigone brings Hollie McNish's unique voice to this story. As the daughter of Oedipus, Antigone faces an impossible choice when her brothers are slain and...

Jonathan Strauss explores how Sophocles' tragedy Antigone crystallized the political, intellectual, and aesthetic forces of fifth century Athens into one idea: the value of a single living person...

Electra by Nick Payne is a haunting reimagining of Sophocles' tragic masterpiece. When her father's murder sets off a chain of events, Electra's world is forever changed. Ten years later, her desire...

The play Electra by Sophocles tells the story of Orestes' return to Argos and his quest for revenge against those who killed his father, King Agamemnon. This ancient Greek tragedy explores themes of...

The Theban Plays by Sophocles A powerful trilogy of mankind's struggle against fate, Sophocles' Theban Plays explore the human condition through the stories of King Oedipus, Oedipus at Colonus, and...

Sophocles' poignant play explores the complexities of human fate and the consequences of one's actions. Written in a style that is both powerful and thought-provoking, Oedipus at Colonus is a deeply...

Ajax by Sophocles A study in archaic values, Ajax is a tragic play that explores the complexities of honour and revenge. After being denied Achilles' armour, Telamonian Ajax's world is turned upside...

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'...

Seven plays by the renowned Ancient Greek dramatist Sophocles are collected in this volume. Among them is "Electra", which tells the story of a young daughter's revenge for her father's death,...

Oedipus the King and Other Tragedies by Sophocles is a collection of four timeless tragedies that showcase the masterful storytelling of one of the greatest dramatists in history. This volume brings...

This collection of four Greek plays presents accessible translations for use in schools and performances. Written by Kenneth McLeish, these editions include no Greek text.Featuring Oedipus the King,...

This new translation of Sophocles' Oedipus Tyrannus brings together the expertise of Peter Meineck and Paul Woodruff, renowned translators of Greek tragedy. Their collaboration combines in-depth...

A young woman's quest for justice in ancient Greece. Antigone, daughter of Oedipe and Jocaste, attempts to give her brother a proper burial despite the king's decree that he is unworthy of even a...

Antigone by Inua Ellams A retelling of Sophocles' epic story, this novel explores the complexities of family, state and morality in ancient Greece. The story revolves around Antigone's struggle to...

A comprehensive history of ancient Greek literature, this book offers in-depth profiles of key writers and traces the development of Greek literary traditions.From Homer to Plato, Herodotus to...

Oedipus Rex by Sophocles is a masterpiece of dramatic construction that has stood the test of time. This powerful tragedy tells the story of King Oedipus and the devastating consequences of his...

Slavoj Žižek's reinterpretation of Sophocles' Antigone offers a fresh perspective on the classic play. By imagining an alternative outcome, Žižek invites readers to reconsider the character and her...

A tragic tale of loyalty and duty, Antigone is a powerful story of a young woman's unwavering commitment to her principles.Written by the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles, this poignant play...

Fifty essential classical monologues by world dramatists make up this comprehensive actor's companion. Extracts from works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and many others are included, along with...

Let Them Rot: Antigone's ParallaxA provocative exploration of Sophocles' Antigone, this book delves into the enduring relevance of the ancient Greek tragedy and its continued influence on Western...

Discover the enduring vitality of Greek mythology in this collection of stories. From fire-stealing heroes to powerful gods and goddesses, these stories showcase the power and drama of ancient...

Learn Ancient Greek by Peter Jones is a comprehensive guide to the language, enabling you to read authentic ancient Greek texts. The book covers 20 chapters, providing a solid foundation to...

David Bain's study of asides in Greek drama offers new insights into the conventions that mediate between author, actor, and audience. This book explores the origins and development of the aside in...

A comprehensive collection of eight classical tragedies in authoritative modern translations, accompanied by critical essays. This anthology features works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and...

The medieval Oedipus legend of Gregorius, as rendered in rhyming couplets by Hartmann von Aue, is presented here in its first English translation. First published in 1955, this version was the...

Experience three of Ancient Greece's most powerful and enduring tragedies, featuring female protagonists at their most compelling.This collection brings together Antigone by Sophocles, Bacchae by...

Shakespeare for Snowflakes On Slapstick and Sympathy by Ian Burrows explores how playwrights like Shakespeare, Sarah Kane, Sophocles, Samuel Beckett, and others used the actor's body to evoke...

Oedipus the King by Sophocles is a highly acclaimed tragedy that explores the complexities of human nature and the devastating consequences of unchecked desire.Translated with great care, this...

The Tragic Imagination by Rowan Williams is a thought-provoking exploration of tragedy as a mode of representing radical suffering and pain. This short volume asks what it is that tragedy makes us...

The Greek Way by Edith Hamilton explores the spirit and achievements of ancient Greece in the fifth century BC. This period saw the height of Greek civilization, marked by significant contributions...

The OCR Anthology for Classical Greek AS and A Level provides comprehensive support for students studying the prescribed texts. This exam-board approved book offers full Greek text, commentary,...

Greek Tragedies as Plays for Performance by David Raeburn explores the ancient Greek plays as dramatic artifacts intended for performance. This unique introduction delves into the construction,...

The Three Theban Plays: Antigone; Oedipus the King; Oedipus at Colonus by Sophocles These three plays are considered some of the greatest works of Greek tragedy, and their enduring power is still...

Philoctetes, a wartime hero turned outcast, lives in isolation on a desolate island. His chance at escape arrives with a young soldier who shares tales of his past glories, but hope is soon tempered...

Cyrus Spitama's story spans centuries and continents in this historical novel by Gore Vidal. Set against the backdrop of ancient civilizations, the narrative weaves together the lives of influential...

Oedipus The King by Sophocles is a foundational work in Western literature, considered culturally important and part of the knowledge base of civilization. This play has been made available to the...

Antigone by Sophocles In ancient Greece, conflict and tragedy unfold in this timeless drama. When King Creon issues an edict that goes against the traditional burial rites for his son Eteocles, his...

Oedipus the King is a tragedy that has stood at the heart of Western civilization for centuries. This new translation by Nicholas Rudall brings Sophocles' original text to life in a language that is...

Aristotle's Poetics is a foundational work of literary criticism that explores the dramatic elements of plot, character, language, and spectacle in classical Greek tragedy. The book examines how...

Electra, a tragedy of extreme emotions and taut drama, tells the story of revenge and its consequences. From the viewpoint of Electra, Orestes' sister, the play recounts the murders of Clytemnestra...