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The Faber Pocket Guide to Greek and Roman Drama

by John Burgess
The Faber Pocket Guide to Greek and Roman Drama - Thryft
The Faber Pocket Guide to Greek and Roman Drama - Thryft

Essential guide to ancient drama and playwrights.

If you're a theatre enthusiast or a student delving into classic literature, this pocket guide is invaluable. Not only do you get concise synopses of significant plays, but understanding the context of ancient theatre through the backgrounds of places and political settings enriches your appreciation. Plus, suggestions for the best translations can lead to deeper insights and enjoyment.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Faber Pocket Guide to Greek and Roman Drama

by John Burgess
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ISBN: 9780571219063
Authors: John Burgess
Publisher: Gardners Books
Date of Publication: 2005-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Literature
Related Topics: Ancient History, Roman
Goodreads rating: 4.11
(rated by 9 readers)

Description

This refreshingly accessible guide contains synopses and detailed commentary on 40 plays by all the major dramatists - Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, Aristophanes, Menander, Plautus, Terence and Seneca - and advice about the best translations. The addition of playwright biographies, together with a survey of the ancient theatre and its social and political background, make this an indispensable resource for the theatregoer, student and general reader.
 

Essential guide to ancient drama and playwrights.

If you're a theatre enthusiast or a student delving into classic literature, this pocket guide is invaluable. Not only do you get concise synopses of significant plays, but understanding the context of ancient theatre through the backgrounds of places and political settings enriches your appreciation. Plus, suggestions for the best translations can lead to deeper insights and enjoyment.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.