Oedipus RexBy: Sophocles
Reviewed by: Szoghi, age 17
Rating: Didn't like it
Although this play was considered one of the greatest Greek tragedies in history, I personally didn't enjoy reading the story. It is extremely controversial because Oedipus has, without knowing it, killed his father and married his mother. His quest to cure the kingdom of the plague has led him to figuring out this horrible truth. As a result, his mother kills herself, and Oedipus pokes his eyes out. This is a tough story to read, especially since it is very hard to follow the plot and understand the language. However, despite the controversy, many schools require students to read this classic. However, I did like how Sophocles used dramatic irony to enhance the intensity and emotions of the story.
I would recommend this to: Ages 18 and up
Although this play was considered one of the greatest Greek tragedies in history, I personally didn't enjoy reading the story. It is extremely controversial because Oedipus has, without knowing it, killed his father and married his mother. His quest to cure the kingdom of the plague has led him to figuring out this horrible truth. As a result, his mother kills herself, and Oedipus pokes his eyes out. This is a tough story to read, especially since it is very hard to follow the plot and understand the language. However, despite the controversy, many schools require students to read this classic. However, I did like how Sophocles used dramatic irony to enhance the intensity and emotions of the story.
I would recommend this to: Ages 18 and up
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