by Sophocles (Author), Nicholas Rudall (Translator)
The tragedy of Oedipus, who unknowingly slays his father and marries his mother, is one of the mythical cornerstones of Western civilization. Nicholas Rudall's new translation remains true to Sophocles original text while fashioning a language of grace and power, with contemporary players and theatergoers in mind.
Author Biography
The Plays for Performance series is edited by Nicholas Rudall, former artistic director of the Court Theatre at the University of Chicago where he is professor of classics, and Bernard Sahlins, founder and director of the Second City. They both live in Chicago, Illinois.
Number of Pages: 64
Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.3 x 5.4 IN
Publication Date: August 29, 2000
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Oedipus the King
Interest Level: Upper Grades, 9-12
Reading Level: 5.6
Point Value: 2
