Vol. 8, Issue 5, Part E (2022)
Sophocles ‘Oedipus Rex’ as an ideal tragedy
Sophocles ‘Oedipus Rex’ as an ideal tragedy
Author(s)
Peeyush
Abstract
This paper might help reader in understanding that various factors which can be held responsible downfall of Oedipus in Sophocles’ masterpiece ‘Oedipus Rex’. One can never be sure of the exact meaning of a play performed thousands of years ago but this paper is an attempt to understand the socio-cultural context of the play as well as to peep into psychology of the playwright. Interpretation of the tragedy have been done on the basis of Religious, Moral and Political ground which is also relevant in modern times.
How to cite this article:
Peeyush. Sophocles ‘Oedipus Rex’ as an ideal tragedy. Int J Appl Res 2022;8(5):358-359.