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Oedipus The King

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The play intricately unfolds the psychological journey of King Oedipus as he discovers his tragic fate: he has unknowingly killed his father, Laius, and married his mother, Jocasta. This revelation mirrors the process of psychoanalysis, exploring deep-seated desires and childhood wishes. Oedipus's story serves as a profound reflection on identity, guilt, and the complexities of human nature, ultimately revealing the dark consequences of fate and self-discovery.

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Oedipus The King, Sofoklés

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2016
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Language
English
Authors
Sofoklés
Released
2016
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Paperback
Pages
78
ISBN13
9780881456981
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Original title
Oedipus tyrannus
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The play intricately unfolds the psychological journey of King Oedipus as he discovers his tragic fate: he has unknowingly killed his father, Laius, and married his mother, Jocasta. This revelation mirrors the process of psychoanalysis, exploring deep-seated desires and childhood wishes. Oedipus's story serves as a profound reflection on identity, guilt, and the complexities of human nature, ultimately revealing the dark consequences of fate and self-discovery.