A master artisan and innovator of the Greek tragedy, Sophocles's insightful plays have
held their value throughout countless time periods and societies. Through the use of common
literary techniques, Sophocles was able to express themes and ideas that reflect all of
humankind. On particular idea was that Sophocles believed that hubris is destructive and will
eventually lead to one's demise.
Creon, the proud king of Thebes has such a fatal flaw. His hubris alienates Teiresias,
Haimon, and his people. Teiresias attempts to explain to Creon the severity of Creon's
actions, but Creon only…
