Sofoklés Libri

Sofocle rappresenta uno di quei momenti miracolosi della storia, in cui l'impulso a interpretare religiosamente l'esistenza non è supina acquiescenza a un volere divino che si pretende di conoscere, bensì il riconoscimento ultimo di quel mistero dell'essere, in cui l'uomo può trovare la miseria e il disastro più spietati, ma pure la ragione ultima di una grandezza insondabile. Al di là del nesso tematico che unisce queste tragedie di Sofocle, i casi di Edipo ammoniscono che nell'agire umano è sempre presente un limite, ma insegnano anche che l'uomo resta in ogni caso il protagonista della propria vita. Tutto questo nelle forme di un dramma organizzato in una sapiente e compatta struttura dove la forza delle immagini e la prefetta armonia dello stile ribadiscono l'insuperabile magistero di Sofocle.

This original and distinctive verse translation of four of Sophocles' plays conveys the vitality of his poetry and the vigour of the plays as performed showpieces, encouraging the reader to relish the sound of the spoken verse and the potential for song within the lyrics.

Sophocles (497/6 406 BCE), considered one of the world s greatest poets, forged tragedy from the heroic excess of myth and legend. Seven complete plays are extant, including Oedipus Tyrannus, Ajax, Antigone, and Philoctetes. Among many fragments that also survive is a substantial portion of the satyr drama The Searchers.

Award-winningpoet-playwrights Robert Bagg and James Scully presenta gripping new translation of Western literature's earliest treasures in TheComplete Plays of Sophocles.

Exploring themes of human emotion, societal norms, and the absurdities of life, this collection highlights the contrasting styles of Euripides and Aristophanes. Euripides delves into the depths of character psychology and moral dilemmas, while Aristophanes employs sharp wit and satire to critique contemporary society. Together, their works offer a rich tapestry of ancient Greek literature, showcasing the complexity of human experience through tragedy and comedy.

Sophocles (497/6 406 BCE), considered one of the world s greatest poets, forged tragedy from the heroic excess of myth and legend. Seven complete plays are extant, including Oedipus Tyrannus, Ajax, Antigone, and Philoctetes. Among many fragments that also survive is a substantial portion of the satyr drama The Searchers.

One of a series, this second collection of plays includes translations of Ajax, Women of Trachis and Electra and Philoctetes, which have all been tried and tested upon the stage.