Antigone by Sophocles (Book Analysis) : Detailed Summary, Analysis and Reading Guide

• Autore: Summaries Bright
• Pubblicazione: Cork : , : Lemaitre Publishing, , 2016; ©2016
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (27 pages)
• Soggetto topico: Sophocles. Antigone; Sophocles
• Nota di contenuto: Intro -- Sophocles -- Greek playwright -- Antigone -- The birth of the legend of Oedipus -- Summary -- Character study -- Antigone -- Creon -- Ismene -- Haemon -- The Chorus -- Analysis -- Mythology -- The hero: alone against the world -- Antigone: the play built on binary opposition and duality -- The realms of the living and the dead -- Tragic irony -- Further reflection -- Some questions to think about... -- Further reading.
• Sommario/riassunto: Unlock the more straightforward side of Antigone with this concise and insightful summary and analysis! This engaging summary presents an analysis of Antigone by Sophocles, a Greek tragedy centred on Oedipus' sister/daughter, Antigone, who rebels against the new ruler of Thebes. A timeless classic, Antigone is an unmissable tragedy filled with death, ancient mythology and a fight for power. Although little is known about Sophocles' life, his plays are famous around the world thanks to their dramatic and often tragic storylines.Find out everything you need to know about Antigone in a fraction of the time! This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you: •A complete plot summary •Character studies •Key themes and symbols •Questions for further reflection Why choose BrightSummaries.com? Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time. See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
• Altri titoli varianti: BrightSummaries.com; Antigone by Sophocles
• Titolo autorizzato: Antigone by Sophocles (Book Analysis)
• ISBN: 9782806280312; 2806280311
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910136555503321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II
• Serie: BrightSummaries. com