Antigone (The Theban Plays, #3)
by Sophocles, J.E. Thomas
Antigone by Sophocles, J.E. Thomas holds a well received rating of 3.60 out of 5, based on 67.6K reader ratings. First published in -441. The book spans 80 pages.
About Antigone
The curse placed on Oedipus lingers and haunts a younger generation in this new and brilliant translation of Sophocles' classic drama. The daughter of Oedipus and Jocasta, Antigone is an unconventional heroine who pits her beliefs against the King of Thebes in a bloody test of wills that leaves few unharmed. Emotions fly as she challenges the king for the right to bury her own brother. Determined but doomed, Antigone shows her inner strength throughout the play.Antigone raises issues of law and morality that are just as relevant today as they were more than two thousand years ago. Whether this is your first reading or your twentieth, Antigone will move you as few pieces of literature can.To make this quintessential Greek drama more accessible to the modern reader, this Prestwick House Literary Touchstone Edition includes a glossary of difficult terms, a list of vocabulary words, and convenient sidebar notes. By providing these, it is our intention that readers will more fully enjoy the beauty, wisdom, and intent of the play.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sophocles, J.E. Thomas |
| Published | -441 |
| Pages | 80 |
| Genres | Classics, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.60 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 67,608 |
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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 67.6K reader ratings, Antigone has an average score of 3.60 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Antigone?
Antigone has 80 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Antigone?
Antigone was written by Sophocles, J.E. Thomas. It was first published in -441.
What is the ISBN for Antigone?
The ISBN-13 for Antigone is 9781580493890.0.
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