Did Sophocles write Oedipus Rex?
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Did Sophocles write Oedipus Rex?
Sophocles:
Sophocles was an ancient Greek dramatist who lived in the fifth century B.C. Though he wrote dozens of plays during his lifetime, only seven have survived to this day, including the three Theban plays he is best known for.
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View this answerSophocles wrote the play Oedipus Rex, also known as Oedipus Tyrannus (in Greek) and Oedipus the King. The play was first performed around 429 B.C. and...
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Oedipus Rex by Sophocles: Summary, Theme & Analysis
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Chapter 6 / Lesson 25Learn about ''Oedipus Rex'' by Sophocles, with summary, themes, and characters. Discover the story of Oedipus the king and why this story endures in modern times.
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