Concept of fate in tragedies

How does the concept of fate operate within the tragedy text? To answer this question, I have studied the concept of fate in The Oedipus Trilogy, by Sophocles. References are made to all three plays, with Oedipus the King being analysed in detail. Introduction Are people truly responsible for their actions? This question has puzzled humanity throughout history. Over the centuries, people have pondered the influence of divine or diabolical power, environment, genetics, even entertainment, …

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