Oedipus Rex (Storr Translation)-Sophocles

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"Oedipus Rex," translated by Storr, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that explores the themes of fate, free will, and the search for truth. The story follows Oedipus, the King of Thebes, as he seeks to uncover the cause of a devastating plague ravaging his city, only to discover a harrowing truth about his own identity and actions. This powerful narrative delves into the complexities of human nature and the consequences of our choices, making it a poignant reflection on the struggle between destiny and self-determination. Hearing this classic tale today resonates deeply as it challenges listeners to consider the implications of their own decisions and the inescapable nature of fate in their lives.

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Anabasis by Xenophon (ca. 430 BC - 354 BCE) LibriVox Xenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in Corinth. He died in 354 B.C. "Anabasis" is a Greek word which means "journey from the coast to the center of a country." This is Xenophon's account of his march to Persia with a troop of Greek mercenaries to aid Cyrus, who enlisted Greek help to try and take the throne from his brother Artaxerxes, and the ensuing return of the Greeks, in which Xenophon played a leading role. This occurred between 401 B.C. and March 399 B.C. - Summary from Gutenberg version of text Xenophon's Anabasis by Xenophon Loyal Books Xenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in Corinth. He died in 354 B.C. “Anabasis” is a Greek work which meane “journey from the coast to the center of a country.” This is Xenophon’s account of his march to Persia with a troop of Greek mercenaries to aid Cyrus, who enlisted Greek help to try and take the throne from his brother Artaxerxes, and the ensuing return of the Greeks, in which Xenophon played a leading role. This occurred between 401 B.C. and March 399 B.C. H. G. Dakyns lived from (1838 – 1911).

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