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Aristophanes and His Theatre of the Absurd

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Aristophanes and His Theatre of the Absurd
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Paul Cartledge
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:112
Dimensions(mm): Height 215,Width 138
Category/GenreLiterary studies - classical, early and medieval
Literary studies - plays and playwrights
ISBN/Barcode 9781853991141
ClassificationsDewey:882.01
Audience
A / AS level
Further/Higher Education
Undergraduate
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint Bristol Classical Press
Publication Date 1 June 1991
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Aristophanes, the Athenian comic dramatist, remains popular despite historical changes in attitude and belief. Placing the plays in their total civic, religious and dramatic context, this account explores their significance for contemporary audiences, and their continuing appeal. Separate chapters address aspects of his work and world, and attempt to outline the playwright's own opinions at a time of intense political debate. With original texts quoted in translation, this comprehensive and lively study provides students with an invaluable insight into the plays and their place in classical Athens.

Author Biography

Paul Cartledge is Professor of Greek History, the A G Leventis Professor of Greek Culture and a Fellow of Clare College, Cambridge.A longstanding member of JACT, he has published widely on Greek literature and history.