About this book
Antigone (Plumptre Translation) by Sophocles confronts the clash between conscience and command in a searing dramatization of duty, law, and resistance. In this classic tragedy, Antigone faces an agonizing choice that pits familial loyalty and divine law against the edicts of Creon, the ruler of Thebes, setting off moral and political conflict that still resonates today.
Written c. 441 BC during a period of national fervor, Sophocles’ play sidesteps contemporary propaganda to probe timeless human themes: the dangers of absolute power, the limits of civic authority, the weight of tradition, and the courage of individual conscience. The Plumptre translation preserves the clarity and dignity of the original Greek, emphasizing character-driven dialogue and poetic force while remaining accessible to modern listeners.
Perfect for students of classical literature, theatre lovers, and anyone drawn to powerful moral drama, this audiobook offers a sharply focused exploration of tyranny and dissent. Listen for a concise, compelling translation that brings one of antiquity’s most potent tragedies vividly to life and continues to speak to debates about justice, authority, and human responsibility.
