Fragments Of The Greek Comic Poets: With Rendering In English Verse (1889)

By Frederick Apthorp Paley

Book Overview

Fragments of the Greek Comic Poets: With Rendering in English Verse is a book written by Frederick Apthorp Paley and published in 1889. The book is a collection of fragments from the works of Greek comic poets, including Aristophanes, Menander, and Philemon. Paley provides translations of these fragments into English verse, allowing readers to experience the humor and wit of these ancient Greek writers. The book also includes notes and commentary by Paley, providing historical context and explanations of the cultural references found in the fragments. This book is an excellent resource for students of ancient Greek literature and anyone interested in the history of comedy.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: 1104128861
• ISBN13: 9781104128869
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"