What does Creon compare his kingdom to in "Antigone"?
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What does Creon compare his kingdom to in "Antigone"?
Creon's Powerful Kingdom in Antigone:
In the play Antigone, Sophocles presents the conflict between the divine law and the king's decree. The dialogues of Creon are replete with metaphors claiming his supremacy over the state.
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View this answerIn the play Antigone, Creon compares his kingdom to "ship of state". Through this comparison he justifies his taking over the kingdom by...
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King Creon in Antigone: Character Traits & Quotes
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Chapter 3 / Lesson 4Explore King Creon from Antigone by Sophocles. Analyze Creon’s character traits and actions throughout the story. Examine quotes by Creon in Antigone.
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