Greek Tragedy
The play, Antigone, by Sophocles, is full of unexpected twists and family tensions. Antigone is a Greek tragedy because it fits Aristotle's definition of an ideal tragedy. One of Aristotle's five points is, to be a tragedy, there must be a tragic hero. Creon, a character in Antigone, best fits the definition of a tragic hero. Creon is an Aristotelean tragic hero because of what others say, Creon says, and Creon's actions.
Creon fits the first point of Aristotle's five points of tragedy which states that they must, be of high status in the community, act consistent, and experiences a marked change from good to bad. Creon is the king of Thebes, Choragus, the Chorus leader, introduces him as the king in the beginning of the play (1026, l.1-2). In addition, Creon acts consistent throughout the whole play. He's harsh to his family members, and his advisors. Creon is harsh to his nephew, Polynieces, when he stated his law that Polynieces cannot be buried, or the......
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