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Antigone Translated by Ian Johnston,New
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Sophocles (495406 BC), the most prolific of the Greek playwrights whose works survive, wrote a number of plays about the family of Oedipus, legendary king of Thebes. Of these plays, the two most popular are Oedipus the King and Antigone. The former tells the tragic story of Oedipus' search for the murderer of Laius, the previous king. His investigation inexorably uncovers Oedipus' true identity, the discovery of which is so horrific that Oedipus blinds himself and goes off into exile. The story of Antigone begins soon after Oedipus' downfall and the ensuing quarrel between his two sons over who should rule Thebes, a conflict which leads to a battle in which the two sons kill each other. The new rule, Creon, decrees that Polyneices, the son who brought a foreign army against Thebes, will not be allowed a proper burial. Antigone, Oedipus' daughter, believes the proclamation is contrary to the rule of the gods and so takes it upon herself to bury her brother. When Creon discovers what she has done, he orders her death. By the time he is dissuaded of this action by a prophecy of doom should it be carried out, Antigone has already accepted her fate and taken her own life. Her lover, Haemon, who is Creon's son, finds her and in his grief over her loss, takes his own life. Thus the prophecy is carried out despite Creon's last minute attempts to change fate's decree.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Antigone? A: The main theme of Antigone revolves around the conflict between moral duty and state law, particularly the struggle between Antigone's loyalty to her family and her obligation to obey the king's decree.
- Q: Who is the author of this translation of Antigone? A: This translation of Antigone is by Ian Johnston, who provides a modern interpretation of Sophocles' classic play.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating that it may have minor wear but is overall in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 60 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: This edition of Antigone is a paperback binding.
- Q: When was this edition of Antigone published? A: This edition was published on August 10, 2007.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students studying Greek literature? A: Yes, this book is suitable for students studying Greek literature, as it is a classic work by Sophocles that is often included in literature curricula.
- Q: What are the key conflicts presented in Antigone? A: Key conflicts in Antigone include the clash between Antigone and Creon regarding burial rites, and the broader themes of individual conscience versus state authority.
- Q: Can this translation be used for performance purposes? A: Yes, this translation can be used for performance purposes, as it captures the essence of the original text while being accessible to modern audiences.
- Q: Are there any additional features included in this edition? A: This listing specifies the book's condition and binding but does not mention any additional features such as notes or illustrations.