Oedipus the King

Among the Greek tragedies, none is better known than the story of Oedipus, the king of Thebes, who sets out to uncover the sin for which his people are being punished, only to discover that it is he who has unwittingly committed unspeakable acts. Oedipus's slow uncovering of the truth of his birth, marriage, and kingship, and the dreadful punishments he and his unfortunate mother and wife exact upon themselves are masterfully retold here. Original illustrations, silk-screened on handmade paper, accompany the story. This ... Read More

Among the Greek tragedies, none is better known than the story of Oedipus, the king of Thebes, who sets out to uncover the sin for which his people are being punished, only to discover that it is he who has unwittingly committed unspeakable acts. Oedipus's slow uncovering of the truth of his birth, marriage, and kingship, and the dreadful punishments he and his unfortunate mother and wife exact upon themselves are masterfully retold here. Original illustrations, silk-screened on handmade paper, accompany the story. This unique, handcrafted book will be a treasured addition to the libraries of those who love the arts of ancient Greece and the art of fine, contemporary bookmaking. Read Less

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  	This is a digital edition of this title. Buy eBook Lifetime Access: $7.99 Title: Oedipus the King by Sophocles Publisher: University of Chicago Press Print ISBN: 9780226768687, 0226768686 eText ISBN: 9780226768694 Edition: 2010 1st edition Format: EPUB eBook	$7.99 Buy eBook This is a digital eBook Nothing will be shipped to you Works with web browsers and the VitalSource app on all Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle Fire, iOS, and Android devices Most eBooks are returnable within 14 days of purchase Questions? See our eBook FAQ

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  	This is a digital edition of this title. Rent eBook (2 Options) 120 Day Rental: $5.85 (Expires Sep 11, 2024) 180 Day Rental: $6.75 (Expires Nov 10, 2024) Buy eBook Lifetime Access: $8.99 Title: Oedipus the King by Sophocles And Nicholas Rudall Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group Print ISBN: 9781566633079, 1566633079 eText ISBN: 9781461703549 Edition: 2000 Format: PDF eBook	$5.85 Rent eBook This is a digital eBook Nothing will be shipped to you Works with web browsers and the VitalSource app on all Windows, Mac, Chromebook, Kindle Fire, iOS, and Android devices Most eBooks are returnable within 14 days of purchase Questions? See our eBook FAQ