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Antigone: Who Is The Strongest Tragic Figure?
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In his play, Antigone, Sophocles’s depiction of Creon proves him to
be the strongest candidate for a Greek tragedy. Through his presentation
of hubris, error in judgment, and realization of downfall, Creon posses the
majority of characteristics necessary in being a central tragic figure.
One may ....
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....o leave the body of Polynecies for the animals, he can not let
the people of the kingdom believe his mind can be swayed even by the
daughter of the late king, Oedipus-he must act as a strong king. This is
where his hubris comes into play which later leads to his error in judgment
with Teresias and finally, the realization of his downfall.
Creon’s excessive pride can first be seen in his conversation with
the sentry when told about the recent situation. The sentry inquires “Are
you sure that i.... |
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