Aristophanes Albertus Müller Books

Aristophanes, a playwright of ancient Athens, is celebrated for his surviving works, which represent the sole complete examples of the "Old Comedy" style. His plays offer incisive satire, dissecting the political and social issues of 5th-century BC Athens. He keenly observed and critiqued Athenian society, tackling themes such as the Peloponnesian War, the functioning of the city-state, and the influence of philosophers like Socrates on public discourse. Aristophanes' engagement with the role of women in public life and the shaping of public opinion further cements his legacy as a vital commentator on his era.