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Plautus: The Comedies (Volume 3) (Complete Roman Drama In Translation)
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The Works Of Plautus, Writes Palmer Bovie, Mark The Real Beginning Of Roman Literature. Now Bovie And David Slavitt Have Brought Together A Distinguished Group Of Translators For The Final Two Volumes Of A Fourvolume Set Containing All Twentyone Surviving Comedies Of One Of Western Literature'S Greatest Dramatists.Born In Sarsina, Umbria, In 254 B.C., Plautus Is Said To Have Worked In Rome As A Stage Carpenter And Later As A Miller'S Helper. Whether Authentic Or Not, These Few Details About The Playwright'S Life Are Consistent With The Image Of Him One Might Infer From His Plays. Plautus Was Not Literary But Rather An Energetic And Resourceful Man Of The World Who Spoke The Language Of The People. His Dramatic Works Were His Way Of Describing And Portraying That World In A Language The People Understood.Since Plautus'S Career Unfolded Against The Background Of The Second Punic War, It Is Not Surprising That His Prologues Often End With A Wish For The Audience'S Good Luck Against Your Enemies Or That The Plays Have Their Share Of Arrogant Generals, Boastful Military Captains, And Mercenary Adventurers. But Other Unforgettable Characters Are Here As Wellamong Them Euclio, In The Aulularia, The Model For Molire'S Miser. In These Lively New Translations, Which Effectively Communicate The Vitality And Verve Of The Originals, The Plays Of Plautus Are Accessible To A New Generation.Plays And Translators:Volume 3: Poenulus, Janet Burroway . Asinaria, Fred Chappell . Trinummus, Daniel Mark Epstein . Epidicus, Constance Carrier . Mostellaria, Palmer Bovie.
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- Q: What are the main themes in Plautus: The Comedies? A: The plays of Plautus often explore themes such as love, deception, and the complexities of human relationships, set against the backdrop of Roman society and culture.
- Q: Who are the translators of this volume? A: Volume 3 features translations by Janet Burroway for Poenulus, Fred Chappell for Asinaria, Daniel Mark Epstein for Trinummus, Constance Carrier for Epidicus, and Palmer Bovie for Mostellaria.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition,' meaning it may have some signs of wear but is still in a readable state.
- Q: How many pages does this volume contain? A: Plautus: The Comedies (Volume 3) contains a total of 392 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of this book is paperback.
- Q: When was this book published? A: This volume was published on August 1, 1995.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This book is suitable for adults and older teens, especially those interested in classic literature and Roman drama.
- Q: Are there illustrations in this book? A: This edition of Plautus: The Comedies does not typically include illustrations, focusing instead on the text of the plays.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, this book is Volume 3 of a four-volume set that includes all twenty-one surviving comedies of Plautus.
- Q: What is the significance of Plautus in literature? A: Plautus is recognized as one of the earliest and most influential playwrights in Western literature, marking the beginning of Roman literature with his comedic works.