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Antigone ( / ænˈtɪɡəni / ann-TIG-ə-nee; Ancient Greek: Ἀντιγόνη) is an Athenian tragedy written by Sophocles in (or before) 441 BC and first performed at the Festival of Dionysus of the same year. It is thought to be the second oldest surviving play of Sophocles, preceded by Ajax, which was written around the same period.
The Internet Classics Archive | Antigone by Sophocles. Antigone By Sophocles. Commentary: Quite a few comments have been posted about Antigone . Download: A 64k text-only version is available for download . Antigone By Sophocles Written 442 B.C.E Translated by R. C. Jebb.
Learn the main events and themes of Antigone, a classic Greek tragedy by Sophocles. Antigone defies Creon's law and buries her brother, leading to a chain of tragic consequences for herself and her family.
Learn about the tragedy of Antigone, a play by Sophocles that explores the conflict between individual and state, law and morality, and fate and free will. Read the synopsis, characters, and analysis of the plot and themes of this classic Greek drama.
Antigone by Sophocles. One of Sophocles’ earliest surviving plays, Antigone is often thought of a perfect specimen of Ancient Greek tragedy. It begins a day after the defeat of the Seven against Thebes, soon after Creon, the new ruler of the city, has announced that Eteocles, who has died defending the city, shall be buried with honors, but ...
A modern adaptation of Sophocles' ancient tragedy, Antigone, by Jean Anouilh. The play explores the themes of fate, free will, and the conflict between individual and social order through the story of Antigone, who defies Creon's law by burying her brother Polynices.
ANTIGONE You can make that your excuse— 80 I will bury my brother. ISMENE Oh my poor sister, I’m so afraid for you! ANTIGONE Don’t fear for me ! Sort your own fate out! ISMENE You mustn’t tell anyone what you’re doing— Keep it secret, and I will, too. 85 ANTIGONE Oh, on the contrary! Tell them all! If you don’t spread the word
