Part one of term paper
If the superiority of a work of literature is based on its ability to arouse in the reader a combination of delight and anxiety, then Sophocles has succeeded in . His work provides its readers with a healthy confusion of pleasure and disquietude. These elements contribute to the effectiveness and purpose of the story. Three major sources that ...

Part two of term paper
... the key to unlocking the plague’s mystery. Unwillingly and out of frustration from Oedipus, Teiresias says, “I charge you, then, abide by the proclamation you have made: from this day forth never speak again to these men or me; You yourself are the pollution of this country” (ln.334-338). His bold and surprising prophecy does nothing but infuriates an already angry king. Oedipus refuses to believe in such profound accusations, but ironically he is in actuality the true suspect. The reader unde ...