The Three Theban Plays by Sophocles 1984 Paperback New

Description: The Three Theban Playsby Sophocles Synopsis: The Three Theban Plays by Sophocles is a collection of three timeless Greek tragedies: Antigone, Oedipus the King, and Oedipus at Colonus. These plays, translated by Robert Fagles with introductions and notes by Bernard Knox, have captivated audiences and readers since they were first written in the fifth century BC.Antigone, the first play in the collection, tells the tragic story of Antigone, the daughter of Oedipus. After losing both her brothers in the war, Antigone faces a crisis when her brother Polynices is left unburied on the battlefield by King Creon. Determined to honor her brother and defy the king's decree, Antigone takes matters into her own hands, leading to dire consequences.Oedipus the King, the second play, delves into the story of King Oedipus and his fateful journey. Unbeknownst to him, Oedipus marries his own mother after unknowingly killing his father. As he unravels the truth about his identity, Oedipus is plagued by the consequences of his actions and the realization of his tragic fate.The final play in the collection, Oedipus at Colonus, explores the last days of Oedipus' life and the events leading up to his mysterious burial. In this play, Oedipus seeks redemption and acceptance as he grapples with his past and the consequences of his actions. The story is filled with political tension and unrest, creating a gripping atmosphere for readers.Sophocles' characterizations in these plays are powerful and enduring. Oedipus, in particular, has had a profouBook Information:ISBN 13: 9780140444254Publisher: Penguin ClassicsFormat: Paperback Shipping Shipping service:We strive to provide the best possible methods of shipping for your book, so that you buy from us without worrying about shipping time, extra charges, delays or any other hassles. US Shipping: Shipments to US lower 48 states will be shipped from our distribution point in US via USPS media mail / other domestic couriers with valid tracking information. UK Shipping: Shipments to UK are dispatched from India via couriers like Aramex, DHL etc. Australia Shipping: Shipments to A+NZ are dispatched from India via India Post, and couriers like Aramex, DHL etc. Larger shipments weighing around 20 pounds or more will be shipped directly from India via expedited mode. Shipments to all other countries will be shipped from our warehouse in India with valid tracking information. Delivery time: US delivery takes around 2-10 days. UK delivery takes around 2-3 weeks. ANZ delivery takes around 3-4 weeks. and 3-6 weeks for other countries. ReturnsReturns are accepted for the following conditions only: Item damaged in transit. ISBN number mismatch. Edition mismatch. Version mismatch. Returns NOT accepted for the following conditions (not limited to). Number of pages mismatch Weight mismatch Cover design mismatch (Cover design changes sometimes with reprints.) On grounds like: print too small, Paper too thin etc. These are decided by the publisher, we have no influence on it. Refund on ground that books are prints for sale in Indian Subcontinent only. Please note that the sale will be billed in India and then shipped abroad. PaymentPayment as advised by Ebay Please contact us if you have any questions. FeedbackBefore leaving a negative feedback, Please email us directly about your concern, we will do our best to resolve it.

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