Question

In 300 words or less, explain in what ways Oedipus gains more than he loses and why this is significant.

Answer 1

Oedipus was a gain and loss is the novel about a boy.

Explanation:

• He was born into a noble family that belongs to the King's house.

• Because f the oracles he lost his father at a small age.

• At last, he became king after his father's death but got nothing due to the oracle.

• He ended up being worse than a beggar.

• He even lost his lover as she was her mother.

• In the end he lost his eyes as well.