Seven against Thebes
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About this book
The third play in an Oedipus-themed trilogy produced by Aeschylus in 467 BC. The trilogy is sometimes referred to as the Oedipodea. It concerns the battle between an Argive army led by Polynices and the army of Thebes led by Eteocles and his supporters.
Reader Profile
3.7/5 · 91 readers · 89 pages · ≈ 1 h 39 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read Seven against Thebes?
About ≈ 1 h 39 m — 89 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Seven against Thebes?
89 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Seven against Thebes?
It sits on the Drama shelves.
Is Seven against Thebes in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in Seven against Thebes?
The main characters include Aeschylus.
Where does Seven against Thebes take place?
It is set in Thebes (Greece), Thēvai (Greece).
Who wrote Seven against Thebes?
Aeschylus.
Where can I read Seven against Thebes online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library
Setting
Thebes (Greece)Thēvai (Greece)
Characters
Aeschylus