Sophocles' Antigone is one of the most enduring and influential works of ancient Greek literature, and M. J. Smead's masterful translation captures all of its power and resonance for modern readers. With its themes of justice, family loyalty, and individual freedom, Antigone continues to speak to us today, offering a timeless meditation on the eternal questions of human existence.

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