Edipus

<p><i>Edipus: Treurspel</i> presents the Dutch translation of Pierre Corneille's classical tragedy adapted by Balthasar Huydecoper. This dramatic work retells the timeless story of Oedipus grappling with fate identity and the horrifying truth of his destiny.</p> <p> Corneille's play rooted in Greek mythology explores profound themes of free will versus predestination and the devastating consequences of unknowingly fulfilling a prophecy. Huydecoper's translation brings this powerful narrative to a Dutch-speaking audience allowing readers to experience the emotional intensity and philosophical depth of the original work in their own language.</p> <p>This edition offers a valuable contribution to the study of both Dutch literature and classical drama providing insights into the enduring appeal of the Oedipus myth and its adaptation across different cultures and time periods. It is essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts of theater and classical literature alike.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>