Able Media
Classics Technology Center: For Oedipus the King
This site provides a study guide to aid in the reading of "Oedipus the King" by Sophocles. Contains questions for consideration, links to outside information, and footnotes to help enhance knowledge.
TES Global
Blendspace: Wl Unit 2 Destiny: Do You Determine Yours? L2 Oedipus
A learning module with thirty thinks to images, texts, websites, and videos to use while reading Sophocles' Oedipus the King.
TheatreHistory.com
Theatre history.com: Sophocles and His Tragedies
This site provides a complete biography of Sophocles reprinted from a drama history book. Includes his innovations in ancient theater and his achievements as an artist.
Bibliomania
Bibliomania: Oedipus, King of Thebes
Read Sophocles's famous play, "Oedipus Rex," also known as "Oedipus the King" or "Oedipus, King of Thebes." This website is organized into four sections: "Preface," "Characters in the Play," "Argument," and "'Oedipus Rex': The Play."
Steven Kreis, PhD
The History Guide: Sophocles
A discussion of the writings of Sophocles, in particular Antigone, and the theme of the conflict between personal and political matters.
Other
Ancient Greek Theatre: Sophocles
A personal site on Greek theatre with a brief biography of Sophocles, along with a short list of his works and summaries of each.
University of Oxford (UK)
Beazley Archive: Oedipus
Illustrated dictionary entry for Sophocles' play Oedipus. Highlights and describes some events in the famous play.
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Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1: Dramatic Justice [Pdf]
For this lesson unit, students investigate how justice is perceived and addressed in different cultures and times by examining literature from around the world. Texts examined include: The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, A Sport of Nature...
PBS
Pbs: Oedipus the King: An Introduction to Greek Drama
One of the main objectives for this lesson is for students to gain an insight into Greek tragedy. This site features a detailed lesson plan.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 23: The Poetry of Jim Morrison
This instructional activity is designed to help learners recognize how lyrics by the rock-poet Jim Morrison connect with themes from diverse and respected traditional works. While William Blake's influence on Morrison is often noted,...
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The Classics Pages: Oedipus and the Sphinx
An essay about the significance of the sphinx in "Oedipus the King," the tragedy by Sophocles. The essay begins with an examination of the Great Sphinx at Giza, discussing its appearance, age, and likely purpose.
National Endowment for the Humanities
Neh: Edsit Ement: Live From Antiquity!
Intended to accompany a reading of Sophocles' _Antigone_, "Live From Antiquity!" provides framework for teaching the "cultural and historical context of Greek drama and its role in Greek society."
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Sophocles
(c. 496-406 BCE) Tragic playwright of Ancient Greece. He wrote many famous plays including Electra, Anitogne and Oedipus Rex.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: Sophocles
(c. 496-406 B.C.) Tragic playwright of Ancient Greece. He wrote many famous plays including Electra, Antigone and Oedipus Rex.
Curated OER
Athenian Red Figure Clay Cup, About 470 Bc
Illustrated dictionary entry for Sophocles' play Oedipus. Highlights and describes some events in the famous play.
Curated OER
[Picture of the Great Sphinx]
An essay about the significance of the sphinx in "Oedipus the King," the tragedy by Sophocles. The essay begins with an examination of the Great Sphinx at Giza, discussing its appearance, age, and likely purpose.
Curated OER
[The Smile of the Sphinx, Before the 1920s Restoration]
An essay about the significance of the sphinx in "Oedipus the King," the tragedy by Sophocles. The essay begins with an examination of the Great Sphinx at Giza, discussing its appearance, age, and likely purpose.