Aristophanis Aves...

By Jan Van 1850-1924 Leeuwen and Jan Van Leeuwen

Aristophanis Aves, or "The Birds," is a classic comedy by the ancient Greek playwright Aristophanes. This edition offers readers access to one of the most imaginative and enduring works of classical literature. The play follows two Athenians, Pisthetaerus and Euelpides, who are fed up with life in Athens and set out to find a new home among the birds. They convince the birds to build a city in the sky, Cloudcuckooland, and declare themselves gods, disrupting the order of the cosmos.

Aristophanes' "The Birds" is celebrated for its wit, satire, and fantastical elements. This edition is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in ancient Greek drama and its lasting influence on Western literature. "The Birds" remains relevant today for its exploration of themes such as utopia, power, and the human condition.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1271266431
• ISBN13: 9781271266432
• Release Date: November 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.4" x 9.7"