Isbn: 9781025469768 - the antigone of sophocles: with introduction, notes, and appendices by m. a. bayfield. second edition (5 risultati)

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Antigone of Sophocles' remains one of the most profound and enduring masterpieces of ancient Greek tragedy. This edition, featuring a comprehensive introduction, detailed notes, and scholarly appendices by M. A. Bayfield, provides a deep dive into the moral and political conflicts at the heart of the play. The story follows Antigone, a woman who defies the decree of King Creon to honor her fallen brother, Polynices, sparking a tragic confrontation between the laws of the state and the duties of the family and gods.Bayfield's scholarly apparatus serves to illuminate the nuances of Sophocles' language and the structural brilliance of the drama. The introduction explores the historical and mythological context of the play, while the appendices address specific philological and thematic challenges. This volume is an essential resource for students of classical literature and lovers of world drama, offering clarity on the ethical dilemmas and timeless themes of justice, loyalty, and fate that continue to resonate in contemporary society. Whether approached for its literary merit or its historical significance, 'The Antigone of Sophocles' offers an unparalleled look at the heights of Athenian dramatic art.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "The Antigone of Sophocles" remains one of the most profound and enduring masterpieces of ancient Greek tragedy. This edition, featuring a comprehensive introduction, detailed notes, and scholarly appendices by M. A. Bayfield, provides a deep dive into the moral and political conflicts at the heart of the play. The story follows Antigone, a woman who defies the decree of King Creon to honor her fallen brother, Polynices, sparking a tragic confrontation between the laws of the state and the duties of the family and gods.Bayfield's scholarly apparatus serves to illuminate the nuances of Sophocles' language and the structural brilliance of the drama. The introduction explores the historical and mythological context of the play, while the appendices address specific philological and thematic challenges. This volume is an essential resource for students of classical literature and lovers of world drama, offering clarity on the ethical dilemmas and timeless themes of justice, loyalty, and fate that continue to resonate in contemporary society. Whether approached for its literary merit or its historical significance, "The Antigone of Sophocles" offers an unparalleled look at the heights of Athenian dramatic art.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…