Antigone's story is a bit of a sad one. For those who haven't read it yet, I'm not going to spoil it for you. But keep in mind, there is a very good reason why it is required reading in many high schools. I read this one after reading "Medea," and I instantly become hooked on all of the Greek authors. Though relatively short compared to other works of that time period, the story is very profound, and tends to keep the reader hooked right up until the end. ( )

This is the third (in logical order) play in the Oedipus trilogy (actually, each play stands by itself) about a doomed family. This play deals with issues of character, power and morality. The Oxford Press edition is a highly readable translation with helpful notes, appendix that includes mythological context, and glossary. ( )

I really enjoyed this. It was short but interesting. Though it was written long ago, the characters are easily related to in today's world. ( )

Antigone is different than anything i normally read. It is a play, and seems to parallel the ideas and concepts of other successful plays like romeo and juliet for example. Like any play, Antigone is a tragedy with sad and happy moments. It has your typical tragic hero with flaws and strengths. Like all plays the hero prevails and the antagonist is exposed and suffers a death.

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