Publisher's Synopsis
Oedipus Tyrannus of Sophocles: Composed for Male Chorus and Orchestra (1895) by John Knowles Paine is a musical adaptation of the classic Greek tragedy Oedipus Rex. The book features the complete musical score of Paine's composition, which was originally written for male chorus and orchestra. The story of Oedipus, a tragic hero who unwittingly fulfills a prophecy that he will kill his father and marry his mother, is brought to life through Paine's powerful and evocative music. The book also includes an introduction by the editor, which provides historical context and background information on Paine's work. This book is a must-read for fans of classical music and Greek tragedy alike, offering a unique and compelling interpretation of one of the most enduring stories in Western literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
