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Collected Plays For Children
Ted Hughes
Seneca's Oedipus
by Ted Hughes
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Readers appreciate the dramatic intensity and vivid imagery in this translation of Seneca's Oedipus. Many praise Ted Hughes' adaptation for its powerful language and the stark contrast it presents to Sophocles' version. Despite some criticisms regarding its gruesomeness and pacing, the overall response is largely positive, highlighting its unique approach to a classic story.
Vivid and intense language Intriguing adaptation Engaging and provocative imagery Gruesome and violent for some
Synopsis
Book by Hughes, Ted
Publication
Publisher Faber & Faber
Year 1983
Binding Paperback
Edition Reprint
Pages 56
Place London
Language English
ISBN-13 9780571092239
ISBN-10 0571092233
LCCN 82024204
LCC PR6058.U37 S4 1983
DCC 822/.914
Seneca's Oedipus is a Greek & Roman play written by Ted Hughes and published by Faber & Faber in London (1983).
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