Bernard Knox
The Heroic Temper: Studies in Sophoclean Tragedy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780520049574
- author:
- Bernard Knox
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of California Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1992
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 20.78 x 13.67 x 1.52 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, Ancient & Classical,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
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 structure, Knox identifies the core characteristics of the Sophoclean hero and demonstrates how these are reflected in some of the most enduring works of ancient Greek drama. Knox's approach is both historical and critical, seeking to understand the plays within their original context while also revealing their timeless appeal. By analyzing three key plays - Antigone, Philoctetes, and Oedipus at Colonus - Knox reveals the individuality and variety of Sophocles' creations on a shared foundation. This study is a valuable contribution to our understanding of Sophoclean tragedy, offering insights into the enduring power of these ancient works.
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