The Eleven Comedies, Volume 2 By: Unknown (446? BC - 385? BC) |
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![]() The Eleven Comedies, Volume 2 presents a diverse collection of humor and wit that will entertain readers of all tastes. From slapstick comedy to witty satire, these plays showcase a range of comedic styles and themes. The characters are lively and engaging, and the dialogue is sharp and clever. Each play is full of surprises and twists that will keep readers on their toes until the very end. Whether you're a fan of classic comedy or modern humor, there's something for everyone in this delightful collection. I highly recommend The Eleven Comedies, Volume 2 to anyone looking for a good laugh and a great read. First Page:The Athenian SocietyARISTOPHANES THE ELEVEN COMEDIES Now For The First Time Literally And Completely Translated From The Greek Tongue Into English With Translator's Foreword An Introduction To Each Comedy And Elucidatory Notes The Second Of Two Volumes
CONTENTS OF THE SECOND VOLUME THE WASPS Introduction Text And Notes THE BIRDS Introduction Text And Notes THE FROGS Introduction Text And Notes THE THESMOPHORIAZUSAE Introduction Text And Notes THE ECCLESIAZUSAE Introduction Text And Notes PLUTUS Introduction Text And Notes INDEX THE WASPS INTRODUCTION "This Comedy, which was produced by its Author the year after the performance of 'The Clouds,' may be taken as in some sort a companion picture to that piece. Here the satire is directed against the passion of the Athenians for the excitement of the law courts, as in the former its object was the new philosophy. And as the younger generation the modern school of thought were there the subjects of the caricature, so here the older citizens, who took their seats in court as jurymen day by day, to the neglect of their private affairs and the encouragement of a litigious disposition, appear in their turn in the mirror which the satirist holds up... Continue reading book >> |
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