The enduring story of Antigone--the Greek princess who braved the wrath of a king and sacrificed her own life in order to honor her slain brother--is retold here for contemporary readers.
Through the words of the blind prophet Teiresias, we watch the inevitable tragedy unfold as Antigone discovers that her brother, a rebel against the rule of their uncle Creon, has been murdered and his body left unburied. Torn between duty to her uncle the king, love for her brother, and her duty to the gods, Antigone symbolizes the often tragic conflict between love and duty, honor and the law.
This modern retelling of the story, best known through Sophocles' drama, is enhanced by original illustrations in the style of ancient Greek art silk-screened on handmade paper. Truly a unique and beautiful book, Sophocles' Antigone will be a treasured addition to the libraries of those who love the arts of ancient Greece and of fine, contemporary bookmaking.
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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. Antigone 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. Antigone is aimed primarily at A-level and undergraduate students in the UK, and college students in North America.
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Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Roy, Indrapramit (illustrator). Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0892366370I5N00
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Condition: Good. Roy, Indrapramit (illustrator). Slipcase. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 8179752-6
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Indrapramit Roy (illustrator). Quarto, hardcover, VG in black and copper pictorial boards. Greek Tragedies Retold. First edition, done in heavy paper stock, like construction paper. 28 pages. full page wood cut type illustrations. Book. Seller Inventory # 64597
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Roy, Indrapramit (illustrator). Shelf and handling wear to cover and binding, with general signs of previous use. Slipcase shows scuffing, interior pages clean and unmarked. Secure packaging for safe delivery. Seller Inventory # 1262848250
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Roy, Indrapramit (illustrator). Good condition book with slipcase. Content is clean with minimal age tone. Free from inscriptions or markings. Slipcase with light wear. Seller Inventory # 9999-99996892956
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HRD. Condition: New. Roy, Indrapramit (illustrator). New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # WY-9780892366378
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Oversize Hardback. Condition: Fine. No Jacket. Indrapramit Roy (illustrator). A clean, unmarked book with a tight binding. In a Very Good slipcase showing slight edge wear. 8 5/8"w x 11 1/4"h. 28 pages. Full-page illustrations by Indrapramit Roy; printed on heavy paper. Keywords: Teiresias, Prophet, Illustrated, Thebes, Greek Drama, J Paul Getty Museum, Oedipus, Greek mythology, Tragedy, Theban plays, Polynices, Burial 2. Seller Inventory # 155597
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HRD. Condition: New. Roy, Indrapramit (illustrator). New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # WY-9780892366378