Fate, Family, and Oedipus Rex: Crash Course Literature 202

The video explores the tragic story of Oedipus, a Greek king who unknowingly fulfills a prophecy by killing his father and marrying his mother. It delves into the context of Greek theater, Aristotle's definition of tragedy, and the concept of the tragic hero. The discussion also covers the themes of fate versus free will and the Oedipus complex, highlighting the enduring relevance of these questions.

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