Theatrical Space and Historical Place in Sophocles' Oedipus at Colonus

Focusing on the interplay between Greek tragedy and its social-political context, this book offers an innovative analysis of Oedipus at Colonus through a semiotic lens. Lowell Edmunds explores the visual and spatial dimensions of the play, providing a fresh perspective on its theatrical space. Additionally, the book features an Appendix detailing Sophocles' life and the reception of the play. This work is essential for students and scholars interested in semiotics, Greek tragedy, and performance studies.