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Oedipus the King

Sophocles

Narrated by AI Voice Josh Greenwood

Released
August 23, 2026
Length
2 hrs 10 mins
Format
Unabridged Audiobook
Narration
AI narration
Publisher
The Lyceum Press
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Set in a city afflicted by plague, Sophocles’ Oedipus the King follows the determined ruler Oedipus as he investigates the mysterious death of the former king, uncovering troubling truths about himself and his city. This powerful tragedy explores themes of knowledge, destiny, and self-discovery through an intense murder investigation and political drama. The new English translation emphasizes clarity and performance, making the enduring questions of human insight and fate compellingly accessible for modern audiences and readers alike.
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