Part 1 of Essay
1 PERMEATING EFFECTS OF RELIGION. When comparing the two works "Oedipus the king" by Sophocles and Henrik Ibsens "Ghosts", it is at first hard to believe that they have anything in common. But when performing a deeper study of the plays, one will find at least one common topic. The permeation in society of religion. I wil ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... only a short period in time, the happenings all occurs within a few days. In this short time we are only introduced to a few characters, as to create a close relationship between the characters and the reader, giving them life and depth. In "Oedipus the King" one meets a society which believes in direct communications with the gods. Each god was worshipped for their special ability and strength. In the play gods by the names of: Zeus, Apollo, Aphrodite and Athena amongst others are mentioned. The peop ....