Overview
Character Name
First Messenger
Gender
Male
Adult, Mature Adult
Featured
Voice
Spoken
Vocal Range
Time & Place
palace of oedipus, ancient times, thebes
Other Characters From Oedipus (Oedipus Rex, Oedipus the King)
Analysis
The Messenger reveals a number of vital facts from his past that inform Oedipus’ downfall. He reveals that at one time he was a compassionate character, taking a child from a herdsman to be raised by the king and queen, but speaks aggressively and self-assuredly about his
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