Sophocles poet from Greece was born in 497 Before Crist, had 91 years and died in 406 Before Crist. Poems were written in Ancient mainly in Greek language. Dominant movement is classicism.
Top ten poems Sophocles
Praise Of Colonus (From "Oedipus At Colonus")
... With the showers of spring-tide blending, ...
Strange That The Godless Prosper
... Should from the gods gain some clear recompense ...
The Chariot Race (From "Electra")
... and loud Snort the wild steeds, and from their fiery breath, ...
Power Of Love (From "Antigone")
... Thou art lord, by the eyes of a bride, and the love-light therein ...
Long Life Not To Be Desired
... Some through mid-noon, some from the rising morn, ...
Prayer For Deliverance From The Pestilence (From "Oedipus The King")
... O Zeus! -- Father! -- let him know thy wrath, thy wrath divine! ...
