Ajax | Study Guide

Sophocles

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Overview

Author

Sophocles

Year Published

440 BCE

Type

Play

Genre

Tragedy

Tense

Present tense

About the Title

Ajax is the name of the main character in the play. In Greek mythology Ajax is a Greek hero who is second only to Achilles.

Diagrams

Teucer Prince of Salamis; protector of Ajax's son Ajax Mythical hero, prince of Salamis; goes mad Agamemnon King of Mycenae Menelaus King of Sparta; begins the war with Troy The leader Salaminian; offers guidance, wise Concubine Rivals Allies Allies Advisor Advisor Allies Divine influencer Divine influencer Rival royal families Rival royal families Odysseus Mythical hero; wins Achilles's armor Athena Goddess; meddles in human affairs Tecmessa Princess from a conquered land; given to Ajax Half brothers
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Summary

This study guide for Sophocles's Ajax offers summary and analysis on themes, symbols, and other literary devices found in the text. Explore Course Hero's library of literature materials, including documents and Q&A pairs.

Characters

Ajax Tecmessa Teucer Athena Odysseus The leader Menelaus Agamemnon

Themes

Fate The Greek Gods A Fatal Flaw Power vs. Wisdom Lineage and Loyalty
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