Oedipus Rex or Oedipus the King

Compare and apply Aristotle's concept of tragedy on sophocles Oedipus Rex?

Compare and apply Aristotle's concept of tragedy on sophocles Oedipus rex?

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According to Aristotle, Oedipus is a tragic hero because he is not perfect, but has tragic flaws (hamartia). Aristotle points out that Oedipus' tragic flaw is excessive pride (hubris) and self-righteousness. Aristotle also enlightens certain characteristics that determine a tragic hero.

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