by Douglas M. MacDowell (Author)
Aristophanes' comedies are famous for their comic characters and earthy humor. But they are also highly topical, with many contemporary political allusions easily missed today. This book provides students with a long needed accessible and essential introductory guide to the plays, focusing particularly on information about the Athens of the day.
Number of Pages: 376
Dimensions: 0.88 x 8.49 x 5.46 IN
Publication Date: October 26, 1995