Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1334210764 ISBN 13: 9781334210761
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2024
ISBN 10: 1334210764 ISBN 13: 9781334210761
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book meticulously examines Aristophanes' Peace, first performed in 421 B.C. at the Great Dionysia in Athens, a mere few days before the Peace of Nicias was ratified. The play holds unique significance as a commentary on the tumultuous events of its time, with its exploration of war's brutality and the longing for peace, themes that resonate universally even today. The author effectively contextualizes the play within the Peloponnesian War and offers fresh insights into its complex staging and performance. Furthermore, the book explores the comedic genius of Aristophanes, showcased in his audacious parody of Euripides' Bellerophon and the incorporation of topical political and literary allusions, providing a nuanced understanding of the playwright's craftsmanship and relevance to the broader literary landscape. This book is a must-read for scholars, theatre enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeper appreciation of Aristophanes' enduring work and its enduring relevance to our understanding of war, peace, and the human condition. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 1334210764 ISBN 13: 9781334210761
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.