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Aristophanes: Frogs. Assemblywomen. Wealth. (Loeb Classical Library No. 180),New
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The Master Of Old Comedy.Aristophanes Of Athens, One Of The Worlds Greatest Comic Dramatists, Has Been Admired Since Antiquity For His Iridescent Wit And Beguiling Fantasy, Exuberant Language, And Brilliant Satire Of The Social, Intellectual, And Political Life Of Athens At Its Height. The Loeb Classical Library Edition Of His Plays Is In Four Volumes.The Introduction To The Edition Is In Volume I. Also In The First Volume Is Acharnians, In Which A Small Landowner, Tired Of The Peloponnesian War, Magically Arranges A Personal Peace Treaty; And Knights, Perhaps The Most Biting Satire Of A Political Figure (Cleon) Ever Written.Three Plays Are In Volume Ii. Socrates Thinkery Is At The Center Of Clouds, Which Spoofs Untraditional Techniques For Educating Young Men. Wasps Satirizes Athenian Enthusiasm For Jury Service. In Peace, A Rollicking Attack On Warmakers, The Hero Travels To Heaven On A Dung Beetle To Discuss The Issues With Zeus.The Enterprising Protagonists Of Birds Create A Utopian Counterathens Ruled By Birds. Also In Volume Iii Is Lysistrata, In Which Our First Comic Heroine Organizes A Conjugal Strike Of Young Wives Until Their Husbands End The War Between Athens And Sparta. Women Again Take Center Stage In Women At The Thesmophoria, This Time To Punish Euripides For Portraying Them As Wicked.Frogs, In Volume Iv, Features A Contest Between The Traditional Aeschylus And The Modern Euripides, Yielding Both Sparkling Comedy And Insight On Ancient Literary Taste. In Assemblywomen Athenian Women Plot To Save Athens From Male Misgovernancewith Raucously Comical Results. Here Too Is Wealth, Whose Gentle Humor And Straightforward Morality Made It The Most Popular Of Aristophanes Plays From Classical Times To The Renaissance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Frogs. Assemblywomen. Wealth'? A: The main theme revolves around political satire, social commentary, and the roles of women in ancient Athens, showcasing Aristophanes' humor and critique of societal issues.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Frogs. Assemblywomen. Wealth' is Aristophanes, a renowned playwright of ancient Athens known for his comedic works.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a classic feel.
- Q: How many pages are in this edition? A: This edition contains a total of 608 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this annotated edition is suitable for academic study, offering insights into the plays and their historical context.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on May 1, 2002.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition.
- Q: Can you provide a brief summary of the plays included? A: The book includes four of Aristophanes' plays that explore themes of war, women's roles, and political satire through comedic narratives.
- Q: Is this edition illustrated? A: The product details do not specify illustrations; it focuses on the textual content of the plays.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the genre of Ancient & Classical literature, specifically focusing on comedic plays.