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Book Synopsis: Available for the first time as an independent work, David Grene’s legendary translation of Oedipus the King renders Sophocles’ Greek into cogent, vivid, and poetic English for a new generation to savor. Over the years, Grene and Lattimore’s Complete Greek Tragedies have been the preferred choice of millions of readers—for personal libraries, individual study, and classroom use. This new, stand-alone edition of Sophocles’ searing tale of jealousy, rage, and revenge will continue the tradition of the University of Chicago Press’s classic series.
Praise for David Grene and Richmond Lattimore’s Complete Greek Tragedies“This is it. No qualifications. Go out and buy it everybody.”—Kenneth Rexroth, Nation“The translations deliberately avoid the highly wrought and affectedly poetic; their idiom is contemporary. . . . They have life and speed and suppleness of phrase.”—Times Education Supplement
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Discover the timeless masterpiece that has captivated audiences for centuries - Oedipus the King. Immerse yourself in the dramatic world of ancient Greek tragedy with this extraordinary translation by David Grene, now available as an independent work. Grene's impeccable skill brings Sophocles' words to life in cogent, vivid, and poetic English, allowing a new generation of readers to savor the gripping tale.
For years, the Complete Greek Tragedies, translated by Grene and Richmond Lattimore, has been the trusted choice of countless readers seeking the finest translations of ancient Greek classics. Now, as a stand-alone edition, we offer you the opportunity to own the searing narrative of jealousy, rage, and revenge that defines Oedipus the King. The University of Chicago Press's commitment to excellence ensures that this new edition will continue the legacy of their iconic classic series.
Praised by literary experts, David Grene and Richmond Lattimore's translations are renowned for their contemporary idiom - avoiding artifice and excessive poetic embellishments. The language in their translations is fresh, dynamic, and accessible. Experience the power and agility of their phrasing, as they breathe life and speed into the narrative. As Kenneth Rexroth exclaimed, "This is it. No qualifications. Go out and buy it everybody."
With its seamless blend of poetic beauty and enthralling storytelling, Oedipus the King is a must-have addition to your personal library. Embark on a journey through the depths of human emotion and unravel the complexities of fate as you delve into this iconic Greek tragedy. Whether for individual study or classroom use, this standalone edition is the perfect companion for anyone seeking a profound and thought-provoking literary experience.
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