1000 Classical Characters Briefly Described

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Creon (King of Thebes)

King of Thebes, whose territories were ravaged by the Sphinx. Creon offered his crown to anyone who would explain the enigmas proposed by the Sphinx. Oedipus solved the riddles, and ascended the throne of Thebes.

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