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The tragedy of Oedipus, who unknowingly slays his father and marries his mother, is one of the mythical cornerstones of Western civilization. Nicholas Rudall's new translation remains true to Sophocles original text while fashioning a language of grace and power, with contemporary players and theatergoers in mind.

Oedipus the King

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    A Paperback / softback by Sophocles, Nicholas Rudall

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      Publisher: Ivan R Dee, Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 29/08/2000
      ISBN13: 9781566633086, 978-1566633086
      ISBN10: 1566633087

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      Book Synopsis
      The tragedy of Oedipus, who unknowingly slays his father and marries his mother, is one of the mythical cornerstones of Western civilization. Nicholas Rudall's new translation remains true to Sophocles original text while fashioning a language of grace and power, with contemporary players and theatergoers in mind.

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