Ruby Blondell Libri

Challenging the notion that Sophocles lacks philosophical depth, this study explores a key principle of Greek popular ethics. It offers valuable insights for students, scholars, and those interested in Greek culture and drama, highlighting the complexity and relevance of Sophocles' work within the broader context of ethical thought in ancient Greece.

Sophocles is often considered the least philosophical of the three great Greek tragedians. By analysing a fundamental principle of Greek popular ethics, this study challenged that presumption, and remains of vital interest to students, scholars and non-specialists interested in Greek culture and drama.