Oedipus Tyrannos : a new translation, sources, criticism

Author(s)

• Sophocles
• Wilson, Emily R.

Bibliographic Information

Oedipus Tyrannos : a new translation, sources, criticism

Sophocles ; translated and edited by Emily Wilson

（Norton critical editions, . Ancient, classical, and medieval eras）

W.W. Norton, c2022

• : pbk

Other Title

Oedipus Rex

Note

Includes bibliographical references

Chronology: p. 177-178

"Suggestions for further reading": p. 179-180

Summary on USMARC: "This Norton Critical Edition features a newly translated and annotated text of Sophocles's Greek tragedy, Oedipus Tyrannos. The play begins late in the mythic story, when Oedipus, the confident, assertive immigrant who serves as ruler of Thebes, is called upon to investigate a plague devastating the city. Tracing the cause of this sickness leads Oedipus gradually to discover terrible truths about his own family that have been buried for a generation, hinted at only by a confusing array of mysterious prophecies. "Sources" provides other ancient interpretations of the Oedipus myth, as well as part of Thucydides' account of the plague at Athens, and discussions of the play's structure and of free will from Aristotle; all ancient texts are newly translated for this Critical Edition. "Criticism" offers contemporary analyses and provide context for some of the key themes found in the play. A chronology is also included"--Provided by publisher

Description and Table of Contents

Description

This Norton Critical Edition includes: Emily Wilson's superb translation of Sophocles' best-known play, accompanied by her engaging introduction, translator's note and explanatory footnotes. Comparative ancient sources that provide insight into the many different approaches to the Oedipus myth, inviting readers to see what is distinctive about Sophocles' approach. These nine sources are followed by the final scene of Rita Dove's modern verse tragedy, The Darker Face of the Earth, which follows closely the plot of Oedipus Tyrannos. Critical essays by Froma I. Zeitlin, Edith Hall, Eric Dugdale, Kirk Ormand, Joshua D. Sosin, Martha C. Nussbaum, Michael Andrew Kicey and Teresa M. Danze, focusing on the play's central themes. A chronology of Sophocles' life and work and suggestions for further reading. About the Series Read by more than 12 million students over fifty-five years, Norton Critical Editions set the standard for apparatus that is right for undergraduate readers. The three-part format-annotated text, contexts and criticism-helps students to better understand, analyse and appreciate the literature, while opening a wide range of teaching possibilities for instructors. Whether in print or in digital format, Norton Critical Editions provide all the resources students need.

by "Nielsen BookData"

• NCID: BC08400656
• ISBN:
  • 9780393655148
• LCCN: 2020030705
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Original Language Code: grc
• Place of Publication: New York
• Pages/Volumes: xxvii, 180 p.
• Size: 22 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : PA4414.O7
  • DC23 : 882/.01
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Oedipus (Greek mythological figure) -- Drama
  • LCSH : Sophocles. Oedipus Rex
  • LCSH : Royal houses -- Greece -- Thebes -- Drama
  • LCSH : Thebes (Greece) -- Kings and rulers -- Drama
• Parent Bibliography ID:
  • BA00246310