Antigone
by Jean Anouilh
Antigone by Jean Anouilh holds a well received rating of 3.80 out of 5, based on 10.4K reader ratings. First published in 1944. The book spans 72 pages.
About Antigone
Antigone was originally produced in Paris in 1942, when France was an occupied nation and part of Hitler's Europe. The play depicts an authoritarian regime and the play's central character, the young Antigone, mirrored the predicament of the French people in the grips of tyranny. One of the masterpieces of the modern French stage.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jean Anouilh |
| Published | 1944 |
| Pages | 72 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.80 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,449 |
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What genre is Antigone?
Antigone is categorized as Classics, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Classics.
Is Antigone worth reading?
Based on 10.4K reader ratings, Antigone has an average score of 3.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Antigone?
Antigone has 72 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Antigone?
Antigone was written by Jean Anouilh. It was first published in 1944.
What is the ISBN for Antigone?
The ISBN-13 for Antigone is 9780413308600.0.
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