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Oedipus

The Greeks considered tragedy the greatest form of literature. Many readers today would agree. Part of the dramatization of a tragedy is caused by the character's tragic flaw. Through analyzing the play Oedipus Rex it is found that Oedipus himself has a tragic flaw. It is for this reason that this play is not an example of fate because Oedipus' actions have a role in developing his demise. In Oedipus Rex we see many examples that Oedipus� tragic flaw is his excessive pride, or hubris. As the play progresses, other characteristics appear and further add to the problem to such an extent that it is inevitable that it will end in ...

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Added: 3/14/2011 11:03:59 AM
Submitted By: mwdance27
Category: Film & Theater
Type: Free Paper
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