Antigone

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Antigone by Sophocles, translated by F. Storr, is a timeless Greek tragedy that explores the conflict between individual conscience and state law. The play is set in Thebes and follows Antigone, the daughter of Oedipus, as she defies King Creon’s decree by performing burial rites for her brother Polynices, who was deemed a traitor. This act of defiance pits her against Creon, leading to a tragic confrontation that questions the moral and ethical responsibilities of individuals versus their duties to the state. The themes of civil disobedience, loyalty, and the consequences of pride and power are central to the narrative, culminating in a dramatic and poignant ending. Sophocles (c. 497/6 – 406/5 BCE) was a renowned ancient Greek playwright and one of the three great tragedians of classical Athens, along with Aeschylus and Euripides. He wrote over 120 plays during his lifetime, but only seven have survived in complete form. His works are known for their complex characters and exploration of human nature. F. Storr (1839–1919) was a British educator and translator known for his translations of classical Greek literature, making significant contributions to bringing these works to English-speaking audiences. —- ISBN: 9798333760609