Saturday, November 2, 2013

What are some words that would describe Creon from "Antigone"?

Try the following:

Anxious--he took over the throne, not because he was the heir, but because he was the last male relative. He may fear that the people don't see him as a powerful or righteous leader. Along with anxious, I might include fearful.

Stubborn, unyielding and self-serving: He won't change his decree until it affect him personally--when Teirsias says that Creon will suffer because of his decree.

Arrogant: Creon won't take anyone else's opinion into consideration and he doesn't feel he should have to listen to Haimon because he (Haimon) is younger.

Biased: Creon doesn't think he needs to listen to those younger than him. He also doesn't feel women are of much use or have much to contribute.

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