Sophocles

Wrote some 120 plays and won the Athenian dramatic competitions many times, perfecting Greek tragedy and creating masterpieces such as Oedipus Rex and Antigone that remain central to world drama.

Major Works

• Oedipus Rex
• Antigone
• Electra

Impact Analysis

Sophocles brought Greek tragedy to its height, and his Oedipus and Antigone have shaped drama, philosophy and psychology for over two thousand years.

Historical influence score: 81/100

Accomplishments for Sophocles are being compiled.