Aristophanes And His Theatre of the Absurd [Paperback]

Paul Cartledge (Author)

Book Description

Series: Classical World series | Publication Date: August 6, 2007

Aristophanes, the Athenian comic dramatist, remains popular despite historical changes in attitude and belief. Placing the plays in their total civic, religious and dramatic context, this account explores their significance for contemporary audiences, and their continuing appeal. Separate chapters address aspects of his work and world, and attempt to outline the playwright's own opinions at a time of intense political debate. With original texts quoted in translation this comprehensive and lively study will provide students with an invaluable insight into the plays and their place in classical Athens.

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About the Author

Paul Cartledge is Reader in Greek History at the University of Cambridge. A longstanding member of JACT, he has published widely on Greek literature and history.

Product Details

• Paperback: 100 pages
• Publisher: Duckworth Publishers (August 6, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1853991147
• ISBN-13: 978-1853991141
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,791,275 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Paul Cartledge is the inaugural A.G. Leventis Professor of Greek Culture in the Faculty of Classics at the University of Cambridge, and a Fellow of Clare College. He is also Hellenic Parliament Global Distinguished Professor in the History and Theory of Democracy at New York University. He written and edited over 20 books, many of which have been translated into foreign languages. He is an honorary citizen of modern Sparta and holds the Gold Cross of the Order of Honor awarded by the President of Greece.