Publisher's Synopsis
The Ajax of Sophocles is a classic Greek tragedy written by the renowned playwright Sophocles. This book provides a complete edition of the play, along with critical and explanatory notes. The story revolves around the mythological hero Ajax, who is known for his strength and bravery in battle. However, in this tragedy, Ajax becomes consumed by his own pride and suffers a tragic downfall. The play explores themes of honor, shame, and the consequences of one's actions. The critical and explanatory notes included in this edition provide readers with a deeper understanding of the play's historical context, literary devices, and themes. Overall, The Ajax of Sophocles is a timeless masterpiece of Greek literature and a must-read for anyone interested in classical literature and drama.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.
