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The Plays of Aristophanes
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Aristophanes' comedies explore themes of fantasy, sexuality, and politics, making him a pivotal figure in Old Attic Comedy. This collection features iconic plays, including "The Clouds," where an older aristocrat seeks wisdom from Socrates but struggles with his ineptitude; "The Birds," in which two men plot with transformed birds to challenge the gods; and "Lysistrata," where women unite to end the Peloponnesian War by withholding intimacy from men. These timeless works blend humor with sharp social commentary, continuing to resonate with audiences today.
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The Plays of Aristophanes, Aristophanes
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- The Plays of Aristophanes
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Aristophanes
- Publisher
- Mint Editions
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 494
- ISBN13
- 9781513205809
- Category
- Theatre / Drama
- Description
- Aristophanes' comedies explore themes of fantasy, sexuality, and politics, making him a pivotal figure in Old Attic Comedy. This collection features iconic plays, including "The Clouds," where an older aristocrat seeks wisdom from Socrates but struggles with his ineptitude; "The Birds," in which two men plot with transformed birds to challenge the gods; and "Lysistrata," where women unite to end the Peloponnesian War by withholding intimacy from men. These timeless works blend humor with sharp social commentary, continuing to resonate with audiences today.