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Sophocles: Oedipus Tyrannus


Sophocles: Oedipus Tyrannus

Paperback by Affleck, Judith; McAuslan, Ian

Sophocles: Oedipus Tyrannus

£11.25

ISBN:
9780521010726
Publication Date:
11 Dec 2003
Language:
English;Greek, Ancient (to 1453)
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press
Pages:
128 pages
Format:
Paperback
For delivery:
Estimated despatch 2 May 2024
Sophocles: Oedipus Tyrannus

Description

Treating ancient plays as living drama. Classical Greek drama is brought vividly to life in this series of new translations. Students are encouraged to engage with the text through detailed commentaries, including suggestions for discussion and analysis. In addition, numerous practical questions stimulate ideas on staging and encourage students to explore the play's dramatic qualities. Oedipus Tyrannus is suitable for students of both Classical Civilisation and Drama. Useful features include full synopsis of the play, commentary alongside translation for easy reference and a comprehensive introduction to the Greek Theatre. Oedipus Tyrannus is aimed primarily at A-level and undergraduate students in the UK, and college students in North America.

Contents

Preface; Background to the story; Genealogical table; Map of ancient Greece; List of characters; Oedipus Tyrannus: translation and commentary; Synopsis of the play; Guide to pronunciation of names; Introduction to the Greek theatre; Time line; Index.

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