The Oedipus Trilogy: In Plain and Simple English

By BookCaps and Sophocles

Book Overview

Sophocles was the Aaron Spelling of the ancient Greek world-his stories were filled with drama, betrayal, family secrets, and shocking twists worthy of a modern soap opera. Yet centuries of archaic translations have made his unforgettable characters-Oedipus, Antigone, Creon-feel distant and difficult to understand.

This edition brings the fire and tension of these plays back to life in clear, modern English. With side-by-side presentation of the original text and a plain, simple retelling, readers can finally see why these tragedies have remained powerful for more than two thousand years.

Inside you'll find the complete Oedipus Trilogy:

Oedipus the King - the haunting story of a man fated to uncover the truth about himself.

Oedipus at Colonus - a moving portrait of redemption and legacy.

Antigone - one of literature's greatest struggles between conscience and law.

Whether you're a student exploring Greek drama for the first time or a reader rediscovering these timeless works, this edition makes Sophocles' emotional world accessible and engaging without losing its depth or beauty. The tragedies of Thebes come alive again-with all their heartbreak, humanity, and enduring insight-through the BookCaps modern translation series.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1477408754
• ISBN13: 9781477408759
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 290 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 8.0"