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Offering a rich tapestry of ancient Greek humor, this collection features over 200 jokes and anecdotes that span various themes, including politics, religion, and daily life. Compiled by philosophers Hierocles and Philagrius, the work showcases both lighthearted and satirical humor, providing a unique lens into the societal norms of the time. Originally written in Greek and translated into English in 1920, it serves as an engaging resource for those interested in comedy and ancient history, while also preserving cultural heritage through a facsimile reprint.
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The Jests Of Hierocles And Philagrius (1920), Hierocles, Philagrius
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- 2008
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- Title
- The Jests Of Hierocles And Philagrius (1920)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Hierocles, Philagrius
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 116
- ISBN13
- 9781437169553
- Category
- Humor
- Description
- Offering a rich tapestry of ancient Greek humor, this collection features over 200 jokes and anecdotes that span various themes, including politics, religion, and daily life. Compiled by philosophers Hierocles and Philagrius, the work showcases both lighthearted and satirical humor, providing a unique lens into the societal norms of the time. Originally written in Greek and translated into English in 1920, it serves as an engaging resource for those interested in comedy and ancient history, while also preserving cultural heritage through a facsimile reprint.