Is "Oedipus Rex" a play?
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Is "Oedipus Rex" a play?
Ancient Greek Literature:
The ancient Greeks created the foundation of Western literature. Some of the genres that they developed were: history, epic poetry, theater and philosophy. A few notable names from this time period are: Aristophones, Sappho, Herodotus and Plato.
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View this answerYes, Oedipus Rex is a play. Specifically, it is a tragic play written in ancient Greek during the 5th century BC by Sophocles. It is considered to be...
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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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