Published by Forgotten Books, 2020
ISBN 10: 0332256219 ISBN 13: 9780332256214
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book sets the scene for the first performance of Sophocles' Oedipus Rex. The text provides the narrative of the play alongside supplementary material that unpacks its historical and cultural milieu. In addition to the full text of Oedipus Rex, this edition includes an introduction, setting the play within the context of ancient Greek theatre and exploring its enduring relevance over centuries. The introduction also examines the play's profound themes of fate, free will, and the limits of human knowledge. The supplemental materials include scene-by-scene analysis to support the reader through the play's complex structure and ancient cultural references. In addition to the Chorus scenes, there are translations of key terms and phrases. This version is an accessible and richly informative resource on Oedipus Rexâ"one of the most influential and enduring dramas of all time. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2019
ISBN 10: 0332256219 ISBN 13: 9780332256214
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2019
ISBN 10: 0332256219 ISBN 13: 9780332256214
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.