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Aristophanes and Athens: An Introduction to the Plays

douglas m. macdowell

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Aristophanes' comedies are famous for their comic characters and earthy humor. But they are also highly topical, with many contemporary political allusions easily missed today. This book provides students with a long needed accessible and essential introductory guide to the plays, focusing particularly on information about the Athens of the day.

376 pages, Paperback

First published January 1,1995

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376 pages, Paperback
Published
October 26, 1995 by Oxford University Press
ISBN
9780198721598
ASIN
0198721595
Language
English

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A great introduction to the aristophanic comedies. Not only one can find a general introduction to the world of the ancient theatre but a very neat guide to each of the comedies. A highly recommendable book to all who want learn or refresh their knowledge on Aristophanes.
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Well researched information about the works of Aristophanes. Throughout reading it I was impressed by the balance of readable and scholarly that MacDowell created.
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