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In this imaginative fusion of Greek mythology and Victorian-era London, the ancient tragedy of Oedipus is revisited through the eyes of two unlikely observers: Tiresias, the blind prophet, and a dying Sigmund Freud. Set against the backdrop of Freud’s morphine‑induced haze, the narrative delves into the psychological underpinnings of the myth, examining human behavior, fate, and suffering with cold analysis and allegorical depth. The story culminates in an unexpected redemptive release for both the ancient king and the pioneering psychoanalyst.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Salley Vickers
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