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_aCollins, W. Lucas _q(William Lucas), _d1817-1887 |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2019 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2019-03-21 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) | ||
| 520 | _a"Aristophanes" by W. Lucas Collins is a collection of scholarly essays analyzing the works of the ancient Greek playwright, Aristophanes, written in the late 19th century. The text delves into the various comedies of Aristophanes, exploring their historical context, social commentary, and literary significance during the era of classical Athens, where they flourished alongside political and intellectual discourse. The beginning of the work introduces the reader to Aristophanes' unique style of comedy, characterized by sharp wit and satirical commentary, which often targeted contemporary political figures and societal issues. The author sets the stage for a detailed examination of Aristophanes' plays, starting from an overview of Athenian comedy and its evolution. The opening portion outlines how the plays served not only as entertainment but also as a crucial medium for political expression, likening them to a mix of modern burlesque, farce, and political satire. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural and political milieu of Athens to fully appreciate the humor and poignancy of Aristophanes’ narratives, particularly in relation to his sharp critiques of the democratic process and the characters who navigated it. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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