The Tragedies Of Sophocles (1819)

The Tragedies of Sophocles is a collection of plays written by the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles. This edition of the book was published in 1819 and includes translations of seven of Sophocles' most famous plays: Antigone, Ajax, Electra, Oedipus Rex, Trachiniae, Philoctetes, and Oedipus at Colonus. Each play is a classic example of Greek tragedy, with themes of fate, pride, and the consequences of human actions. Antigone tells the story of a woman who defies the law to bury her brother, Ajax explores the aftermath of a warrior's suicide, and Electra follows a daughter's quest for revenge against her mother's murderer. Oedipus Rex is perhaps the most famous play in the collection, telling the story of a man who unknowingly kills his father and marries his mother. Trachiniae explores the tragic consequences of jealousy and Philoctetes follows a wounded soldier's struggle to return home. Oedipus at Colonus is the final play in the collection, telling the story of Oedipus' final days and his eventual death. Overall, The Tragedies of Sophocles is a timeless collection of plays that continue to be studied and performed today, showcasing Sophocles' mastery of the art of tragedy and his ability to explore the depths of the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.