Etudes sur Aristophane

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Deschanel, Emile, 1819-1904

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"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 with a critical view, reflecting on the themes of freedom, humor, and morality within Athenian society. At the start of the 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.)

Credits:

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Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2006-09-14