Antigone: A Norton Critical Edition
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This Norton Critical Edition includes: Sheila Murnaghan's celebrated new translation of Sophocles' famed Greek tragedy depicting the deadly conflict between Antigone--daughter of Oedipus--and her uncle Creon, the unyielding new ruler of Thebes. A full introduction exploring the themes and performance history of the play, a detailed note on the translation, and explanatory annotations by Sheila Murnaghan. In "Contexts," ancient sources translated by Sheila Murnaghan that provide cultural backgrounds and are accompanied by modern perspectives. In "Criticism," essays on the themes of the play, including perspectives on gender relations, Athenian political institutions, and the legacy of the play in modern adaptations. A chronology and a selected bibliography.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0393655180
ISBN13:9780393655186
Release Date:May 2023
Publisher:W. W. Norton & Company
Length:176 Pages
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