Antigone

Style and Technique

Sophocles' «Antigone» is written in the genre of ancient Greek tragedy, which defines its style and structure. The language of the work is elevated, solemn, and rich in metaphors and symbols. Sophocles uses choral parts that serve as commentators and interpreters of events, enhancing the emotional impact on the audience. The structure of the tragedy includes a prologue, parodos (choral introduction), episodes (main actions), stasima (choral songs), and exodus (concluding part). Literary devices such as irony, antithesis, and tragic paradox help reveal the internal conflicts of the characters and the themes of fate, law, and morality. The dialogues and monologues of the characters are deeply psychological, allowing the audience to delve into their inner world and understand their motives.