Etudes sur Aristophane by Emile Deschanel
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Deschanel, Emile, 1819-1904
French
"Études sur Aristophane" by Émile Deschanel is a scholarly analysis written in the late 19th century. The text delves into the works of the ancient Greek playwright Aristophanes, emphasizing his contributions to the evolution of comedy and exploring the socio-political context in which his works were produced. The author approaches Aristophanes wit...
work, the author sets the stage for a detailed examination of Aristophanes, discussing the cultural and political significance of his comedies in the context of Athenian democracy. Deschanel introduces Aristophanes not only as a playwright but as a social commentator, highlighting how his characters often serve as caricatures of contemporary political figures and societal norms. The opening also discusses the foundational aspects of Athenian theatre, establishing how the works of Aristophanes were integral to public life and discourse, often addressing serious topics through humor and satire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Steven Rivera
2 weeks agoThis quickly became one of those books where the content strikes a great balance between detail and readability. I will be reading more from this author.
Melissa Anderson
1 month agoSurprisingly enough, the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. Well worth recommending.
Michelle Flores
1 month agoThis immediately felt different because the depth of coverage exceeded my expectations. I finished this feeling genuinely satisfied.
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Edward Rodriguez
4 months agoI was skeptical at first, but the insights offered are both practical and thought-provoking. A valuable addition to my digital library.