Aristophanes and Athens: An Introduction to the Plays

ISBN-13: 9780198721598 / Angielski / Miękka / 1995 / 376 str.

Douglas M Macdowell

Opis

Aristophanes' comedies are famous for their comic characters and earthy humor. But they are also highly topical, with many contemporary political allusions easily missed today. This book provides students with a long needed accessible and essential introductory guide to the plays, focusing particularly on information about the Athens of the day.

Recenzje

a stimulating companion to the study of the works of Aristophanes ... The book is aimed mainly towards those meeting Aristophanes for the first time, though more seasoned readers will find much to stimulate them in this compact and clearly written guide. We must congratulate Professor Macdowall on producing a book which manages very successfully to cover a good deal of ground within a manageable format. He provides many shrewd insights into the works of Aristophanes, and underlines the importance of reading the plays against the backcloth of contemporary Athenian society and politics.