Oedipus Rex is the greatest of the Greek tragedies. The story of the
mythological king, who is doomed to kill his father and marry his
mother, has resonated in world culture for almost 2,500 years. But
Sophocles' drama as originally performed was much more than a great
story--it remains a superb poetic script and exciting theatrical
experience, now faithfully brought to life in this English translation
and audiobook.
David Mulroy's brilliant verse rendition of Oedipus Rex recaptures the
aesthetic and theatrical power of Sophocles' masterpiece while also
achieving a highly accurate translation in clear, contemporary English.
Professional actors from the American Players Theatre re-create
Sophocles' pulsing, iambic rhythms with vitality and hypnotic forward
momentum. Faculty and students from the University of Wisconsin-Madison
School of Music perform the choruses and other music, based on ancient
Greek modes.