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The classic tragedy Oedipus Rex was written by Sophocles and first performed in 429 BC. Aristotle proclaimed the play the best Greek tragedy ever written in his book Poetica.
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What is 'Oedipus Rex'?
A play written by Sophocles, the Greek playwright.
What is English for 'Rex' in 'Oedipus Rex'?
'King' is an English equivalent of 'Rex' in the play 'Oedipus Rex'.
Who is the author of 'Oedipus Rex'?
Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.) is the author of the play "Oedipus Rex."Specifically, the original title of the play is "Oedipus Tyrannus." The play is better known under its Latin title, "Oedipus Rex." The Latin title is translated directly and literally into English as "Oedipus the King."
What is the opposite of 'Oedipus Rex'?
The play 'Oedipus at Colonus' is the opposite of 'Oedipus Rex'. The play 'Oedipus Rex' deals with Theban King Oedipus' rise to, and subsequent fall from, personal happiness and professional success. The play 'Oedipus at Colonus' deals with the King's humiliating, miserable time of exile and his ultimate return to favor with gods and mortals.
Oedipus Rex was written by?
Sophocles
What is 'Oedipus Rex'?
A play written by Sophocles, the Greek playwright.
What is English for 'Rex' in 'Oedipus Rex'?
'King' is an English equivalent of 'Rex' in the play 'Oedipus Rex'.
Who is the author of 'Oedipus Rex'?
Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.) is the author of the play "Oedipus Rex."Specifically, the original title of the play is "Oedipus Tyrannus." The play is better known under its Latin title, "Oedipus Rex." The Latin title is translated directly and literally into English as "Oedipus the King."
What is the opposite of 'Oedipus Rex'?
The play 'Oedipus at Colonus' is the opposite of 'Oedipus Rex'. The play 'Oedipus Rex' deals with Theban King Oedipus' rise to, and subsequent fall from, personal happiness and professional success. The play 'Oedipus at Colonus' deals with the King's humiliating, miserable time of exile and his ultimate return to favor with gods and mortals.
Oedipus Rex was written by?
Sophocles
When the play Oedipus Rex begins is Oedipus's father alive?
No he is dead. Oedipus killed him
What in your opinion is oedipus hamartia and what is its relevance to the play Oedipus Rex?
Hamartia
How do you reference 'Oedipus Rex'?
Through linking the play with its author Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.) the play "Oedipus Rex" may be referenced most easily.Specifically, English language speakers are familiar with the play through one, two or all of its titles. The original title from the ancient Greece is written as "Oedipus Tyrannus." The Latin translation, though not exact, is "Oedipus Rex." The English title is a literal translation of the Latin: "Oedipus the King."
By which title is 'Oedipus Rex' also known?
"Oedipus Tyrannus" and "Oedipus the King" are two titles by which the play "Oedipus Rex" also is known.Specifically, "Oedipus Tyrannus" is the play's original title by ancient Greek playwright Sophocles (495 B.C.E. - 405 B.C.E.). "Oedipus Rex" is the title that is given to the Latin translation of the original Greek play. "Oedipus the King" is the title to the English translation.
The tragic Greek tale of the man who killed his father and married his mother was written by?
The play Oedipus Rex was written by Sophocles.
What is sophocles famous play?
Oedipus Rex.
When were 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone' written?
By 442 B.C.E. the play "Antigone" was written, and then by 429 B.C.E. the play "Oedipus Rex" was written.Specifically, the plays are part of the tragic story of Theban King Oedipus made famous by Sophocles (c. 496 B.C.E. - c. 406 B.C.E.). In terms of the myth's unfolding, "Oedipus Rex" represents the first installment of the story. The second installment is contained in "Oedipus at Colonus," which was written shortly before the ancient Greek playwright's death. The third installment, which was released first, is "Antigone."
