Deception In Plautus: A Study In The Technique Of Roman Comedy (1920)

By Helen Emma Wieand Cole and Helen Emma Wieand

Book Overview

Deception In Plautus: A Study In The Technique Of Roman Comedy (1920) is a book written by Helen Emma Wieand. This book is a detailed study of the techniques used in Roman comedy, with a focus on the works of the playwright Plautus. The author examines the use of deception in Plautus' plays and how it is used to create humor and drive the plot forward. The book provides a thorough analysis of the different types of deception used in Plautus' plays, including mistaken identity, disguises, and false information. It also explores the role of language and wordplay in creating deception and humor. The author draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, modern scholarship, and her own insights, to provide a comprehensive and insightful analysis of Plautus' work. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Roman comedy, theater, or literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164165941
• ISBN13: 9781164165941
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"