Aristophanes: Clouds (Cambridge Translations from Greek Drama) - Softcover

Claughton, John; Affleck, Judith

Softcover

ISBN 10: 052117256X ISBN 13: 9780521172561

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2012

Synopsis

Treating ancient plays as living drama. Classical Greek drama is brought vividly to life in this series of new translations. Students are encouraged to engage with the text through detailed commentaries, including suggestions for discussion and analysis., In addition, numerous practical questions stimulate ideas on staging and encourage students to explore the play's dramatic qualities. Clouds is suitable for students of both Classical Civilisation and Drama. Useful features include full synopsis of the play, commentary alongside translation for easy reference and a comprehensive introduction to the Greek Theatre., Clouds is aimed primarily at A-level and undergraduate students in the UK, and college students in North America.

About this title

Book Description:

Classical Greek drama is brought vividly to life in this series of new translations. Students are encouraged to engage with the text through detailed commentaries, including suggestions for discussion and analysis. In addition, numerous practical questions stimulate ideas on staging and encourage students to explore the play's dramatic qualities. Clouds is suitable for students of both Classical Civilisation and Drama. Useful features include full synopsis of the play, commentary alongside translation for easy reference and a comprehensive introduction to the Greek Theatre. Clouds is aimed primarily at A-level and undergraduate students in the UK, and college students in North America.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 052117256X
• ISBN 13: 9780521172561
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 138