Meletemata Plautina (1860)

By Franciscus Umpfenbach

Book Overview

Meletemata Plautina is a book written by Franciscus Umpfenbach in 1860. It is a scholarly work that delves into the works of the ancient Roman playwright, Titus Maccius Plautus. The book is written in Latin and is aimed at scholars and students of classical literature.The book begins with an introduction to Plautus and his works, followed by a detailed analysis of his plays. Umpfenbach examines the language, style, and themes of Plautus' plays, providing insights into the playwright's use of humor, satire, and social commentary.Meletemata Plautina is divided into three parts. The first part discusses Plautus' use of language and the various literary techniques he employed. The second part focuses on the themes of Plautus' plays, including love, marriage, and social class. The third part examines the historical context of Plautus' plays and their influence on Roman society.Overall, Meletemata Plautina is a comprehensive and insightful study of the works of Plautus. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in ancient Roman literature and the history of theater.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: 1164829386
• ISBN13: 9781164829386
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"