Creon Antigone Analysis

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Greek Mythology takes the reader on a dynamic and death filled journey, following characters throughout their adversities. In Sophocles’ Greek play Antigone, the city of Thebes, welcomes a new king after the devastating loss of their own. Their new king, Creon, begins his reign by unifying Thebes and assuring his people. Careful not to fall into the same habits as the past leader, Creon sets strict rule, expressing no tolerance for contempt. As the play progresses, Creon begins to lose control. Thus, despite his best efforts, the king of Thebes in Sophocles Greek play Antigone, struggles to meet his responsibilities due to his blinding hubris and inability to accept failure.
Throughout the play, Sophocles includes various situations where