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Oedipus Rex

by Sophocles

Oedipus Rex

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Oedipus Rex

Sophocles’ tragedy centers on Oedipus and the consequences of a family catastrophe: he has unknowingly killed his father and married his mother. Identified in the supplied description as the first drama in the Oedipus Trilogy, the play brings together themes of fate, kinship, and tragic consequence. Its place in classical drama makes it a foundational work for exploring Greek tragedy and its continuing influence on literature and theatre.

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  • Readers exploring ancient Greek drama and classical tragedy.
  • Students or general readers interested in fate, family ties, and tragic consequence.
  • Those studying the foundations of later literature and theatre.

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Fate and consequenceFamily and kinshipGreek tragedyLiterary and theatrical influence

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Book overview

The first drama in the Oedipus Trilogy, "Oedipus Rex", is the tragic tale of Oedipus who has accidentally killed his father and married his mother. One of the most widely read of all Greek tragedies, "Oedipus Rex", stands as one of not only the greatest dramas from classical antiquity but as one of the greatest dramas of all time. Its influence on literature and theatre cannot be overstated and it is as compelling today as when it was first performed.
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