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Antigone
Sophocles
Antigone
by Owen Mccafferty, Sophocles, Marianne McDonald
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Readers appreciate the engaging translation and the play's exploration of fundamental conflicts in ancient Greek society. Many find it a valuable resource for academic studies, particularly highlighting its clarity and informative content. The play is characterized by its energetic prose and poetic elements, making it an enjoyable read for students and enthusiasts alike.
Engaging translation Valuable for academic studies Intriguing plot Excellent print quality Absence of line numbers in digital edition
Synopsis
A muscular version of Sophocles' timeless masterpiece, offering a profound reflection on the nature of power, democracy and human rights.
The war has ended, but with peace comes conflict.
Antigone’s brother Polyneices lies on the battlefield where he fell, his burial outlawed by Creon, the new king of Thebes.
Should Antigone obey Creon, or must she follow her conscience and lay her beloved brother to rest?
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Antigone Monologue Jean Anouilh Sophocles
Publication
Publisher Nick Hern Books
Year 2001
Binding Paperback
Edition New edition
Pages 80
Language English
ISBN-13 9781854592002
ISBN-10 1854592009
eISBN-13 9781780012650
Antigone is a Greek & Roman play written by Owen Mccafferty and published by Nick Hern Books (2001).
Digital editions available on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books (eISBN 9781780012650).
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