Sophocles’ Oedipus the King: A Study Guide

This Study Guide explores the structure of the play and the epic and mythical traditions associated with the myth of Oedipus and the city of Thebes, which features strongly in many Greek Tragedies. In Greek Myth Oedipus was the man fated to murder his father and marry his mother. Sophocles’ play masterfully tells the part of this story where Oedipus comes to realise the terrible crimes that he has committed.Sophocles’ Oedipus the King remains a popular text for students of Ancient Greek Civilization, but is also a popular text for students of Theatre Studies. This study guide has been written to assist the learner in understanding the play and context of Sophocles’ Oedipus the King. Sophocles’ Oedipus the King is also of interest as a pathway text for learners undertaking additional credit courses such as the Extended Project. This Study Guide will also help to lay a sound foundation for those who go on to study the Ancient World at a higher (degree) level as well as appeal to those who are interested in learning more about the Ancient World generally.Sophocles’ Oedipus the King: A Study Guide includes;•An introduction to Greek tragedy and its key concepts.•Analysis of Aristotle’s commentary on Greek Tragedy.•Synopsis of the play.•An overview of the Greek myths surrounding Oedipus and the city of Thebes.•Analysis of the role and function of the chorus.•Analysis of the episodes of the play and the characters.•Explores themes of such as pollution, fate and free will.•Considers the relationship between this text and other contemporary writings relating to the historical and cultural contexts in which Oedipus the King was produced. —- ISBN: 9781705726891