1. oedipus according to aristotle
A tragedy is a drama in which a major character undergoes a loss in order to gain a new perspective. ... The story of Oedipus begins with Laius, King of Thebes, who learns from the oracle that his son will kill him and marry his wife Jocasta. ... A shepherd rescues the child, Oedipus, and gives him to his king, Polybus, King of Corinth. ... The reader discovers the first element of Aristotle's definition at the height of Oedipus" reign as King. ... Eventually, Oedipus accepts his fate, admitting that he was the man who was the murderer of his own father, Laius, former king of Thebes kn...
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