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Explore a massive collection of over 200 important fragments of Greek comedy from Oxford University Press. This scholarly volume provides a comprehensive look at the history of the comic genre through an extensive introduction and detailed commentary. Readers can study the evolution of comedy from its earliest roots in Syracuse to the distinct styles of Athenian Old, Middle, and New Comedy. The text covers a wide range of subjects, including the comic portrayal of politicians, philosophers, and women, as well as the reception of other poetry and various aspects of daily life. With complete translations and helpful appendixes regarding individual poets and inscriptional evidence, this book serves as a vital resource for students and enthusiasts of ancient drama.

Key Features

This collection includes over 200 of the most interesting and important fragments of Greek comedy.

Oxford University Press provides a complete translation of all fragments for easier reading and study.

The book features an extensive introduction that discusses the history of the comic genre.

Detailed commentary and appendixes cover individual poets and inscriptional evidence.

Content covers the transition from Syracuse comedy to Athenian Old, Middle, and New Comedy styles.

The text explores comic presentations of politicians, philosophers, women, and daily life.

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hardcover
Domain
Amazon UK
Release Date
17 May 2007
Listed Since
24 January 2007

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