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…statues of people, animals and objects (Isaac Asimov, 1965, p. 133).         The Athenians produced arguably the most important literary figures between the time of Homer and Shakespeare. These three men Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides helped…

…of Persia, and it eventually led into many fierce full battles. Then the death of the Macedonian king and Alexander the Great had occurred. Other events also took place, such as: the building of the Parthenon, the beginning of catastrophes in Sophocles, Aeschylus…

…mystery has the same origin as Oedipus's - from a dead man. However it is noticeable that while Sophocles' Oedipus is seeks his identity within the riddle of the sphinx, Oedipa never really pursues the truth backing off at the moments of potential discovery…

…been popular theatres that reflected the dreams and struggles of the people. The theatre of Aeschylus and Sophocles, of Shakespeare and Ben Jonson, and of the Commedia dell'-Arte and Moliére derived their inspiration, language, and art from the people…

…There are many principles that exist in Sophocles' "Antigone". Three that are at stake in the central conflict are; the role of gender, pride, and human law vs. moral/divine law. Within these principles, the principle of power is intertwined…

…this connection to the audience. In ancient tragedies, such as Sophocles' Oedipus Rex, the authors chose great and powerful rulers to experience the tragedy not just because a leaders' death is more important to more people. The hero is important and great, as a king…

…of dramas written and performed during the classical age, only a limited number of plays by three authors have survived: Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. The earliest of the three was Aeschylus, who was born in 525 BC. He wrote between 70 and 90 plays…

…in a language in both verse and song. Aristotle's definition is clearly applicable to both Herman Melville's Billy Budd and the famous Greek tragedy Antigone by Sophocles. Antigone is definitely a good example of a Greek tragedy. It contains all of the elements…

…competed for the prizes offered for the best plays. Of the hundreds of dramas written and performed during the classical age, only a limited number of plays by three authors have survived: Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. The earliest of the three…

…of the family. She is reasonable and understands her place, bowing to Creon's edict and attempting to dissuade Antigone from her act of rebellion. As in Sophocles' play, she is Antigone's foil. Ultimately she will recant and beg Antigone to allow her to join her…