The Eleven Comedies (Volume I)

By Aristophanes

Book Overview

A sharp, surprising doorway into ancient streets and crowded theatres, The Eleven Comedies (Volume I) invites you to hear Athens laugh at itself-and to hear it still. This illustrated classical anthology presents Aristophanes with clarity and warmth, making the sparkling wit, political satire of democracy, and wartime humour accessible to modern readers without losing its original bite. Form and themes mingle: quick-fire banter, clever plots, and social critique in theatre that feels both timeless and startlingly relevant. It's more than a survey of ancient greek drama classics; it's a living conversation with the city-states, a record of how ideas thundered across the marketplace and the Athenian stage alike, and a gateway to the broader world of classical satirical plays. The volume holds historical and literary significance that resonates with students and scholars, while still inviting casual readers to relish craft, character, and laughter. For university literature courses and classroom reading lists alike, it offers accessible entry points into the peloponnesian era theatre and the broader currents of ancient greece athens. It stands beside other ancient greek dramatists as a touchstone for understanding how theatre shapes opinion, culture, and memory. Selling points: out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today's and future generations; more than a reprint-a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354597432
• ISBN13: 9789354597435
• Release Date: June 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 250 Pages
• Weight: 0.82 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"