Description
1980 edition. Leather hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Gold pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-preserved edition of Sophocles’ timeless tragedy, “Oedipus the King,” offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of literary history. Translated by Francis Storr, this 1980 printing presents the ancient Greek playwright’s masterpiece in a handsome leather-bound volume, its gold-edged pages a testament to the enduring power of this foundational work of Western literature. Sophocles’ searing exploration of fate, hubris, and the inescapable truth has captivated readers for over two millennia, its profound themes resonating across cultures and eras. This copy, with its minor wear and lack of dust jacket, bears the charming patina of a well-loved tome, inviting collectors and scholars alike to immerse themselves in the timeless tragedy that has shaped our understanding of the human condition.
