Features a varied selection of one of the supreme comic writers of the Roman world, Plautus' (c.254-184 BC) finest plays, from the comedy Pseudolus, The Prisoners, and The Brothers Menaechmus, to The Pot of Gold.
Plautus Books
Plautus was a pioneering figure in Roman comedy, whose works represent the earliest complete surviving Latin literature. His plays, known as palliata comoedia, are characterized by wit and vibrant dialogue that profoundly influenced subsequent dramatists. His distinctive style and humor establish him as a cornerstone of Roman drama. The term 'Plautine' today signifies works directly by him or those inspired by his unique theatrical legacy.
Plautus II
With an English Translation by Paul Nixon
Selected Plays
- 380 pages
- 14 hours of reading
The collection showcases the comedic brilliance of Plautus, a pivotal figure in Roman theatre known for adapting Greek stories while infusing them with contemporary Roman flair. Emphasizing everyday life over philosophical themes, his plays feature early examples of slapstick humor and clever wordplay. This edition includes eight representative plays, translated by Paul Nixon and Henry Thomas Riley, highlighting Plautus's influence on future theatrical giants like Moliere and Shakespeare. It is printed on premium acid-free paper, ensuring durability.
Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work designed for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to producing large print editions, it aims to enhance the reading experience for those who may struggle with standard text sizes. The commitment to preserving historical literature while making it more accessible underscores the importance of inclusivity in reading.
Goldtopf-Komödie. Aulularia
- 112 pages
- 4 hours of reading
L'Avare
- 171 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Harpagon est un vieillard odieux et avare. Avare jusqu'au ridicule, puisqu'il fait comparaître en justice le chat d'un de ses voisins pour lui avoir mangé le reste d'un gigot ! Avare jusqu'au sordide aussi. Ne cherche-t-il pas à prêter à un taux usuraire l'argent qu'il refuse à son fils ? N'est-il pas prêt à vendre sa fille à qui offre de la prendre sans dot ? Quant à sa prétendue attirance pour Mariane, elle ne résiste pas à sa fascination pour l'or. Peut-être la plus célèbre des comédies de Molière, L'Avare s'inspire largement de l'Aulularia, une pièce de théâtre écrite au IIIe siècle avant J-C par le poète latin Plaute.
Amphitruo
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
»Amphitruo«, von Plautus selbst im Prolog als »Tragikomödie« bezeichnet, ist für die Geschichte des europäischen Theaters wichtig geworden. Molière, Kleist, Giraudoux, Hacks sind die berühmtesten Nachahmer des antiken Doppelgänger-Stoffes.
