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Sophocles the Seven Plays in English Verse

Sophocles the Seven Plays in English Verse

Sophocles the Seven Plays in English Verse

Sophocles / Lewis Campbell

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2005
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Poesía
ISBN:
9781417900756
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Sophocles the Seven Plays in English Verse is a collection of seven plays written by the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles, translated into English verse. The plays included in this book are Oedipus Rex, Oedipus at Colonus, Antigone, Ajax, Electra, Trachiniae, and Philoctetes. These plays are considered some of the most significant works of ancient Greek literature, and they explore themes such as fate, justice, and the nature of humanity. The translator, Lewis Campbell, has attempted to capture the poetic essence of the original Greek texts while making them accessible to modern readers. This book is an excellent resource for students of classical literature, as well as anyone interested in the timeless themes and dramatic power of Sophocles’ plays.1906. Translations of the seven plays from Sophocles, one of the great playwrights of the golden age, to survive in their entirety. Contents: Antigone; Aias; King Oedipus; Electra; The Trachinian Maidens; Philoctetes; and Oedipus at Colonos.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.

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