Titus Maccius Plautus

T. Macci Plauti Asinaria, From The Text Of Goetz And Schoell

With An Introduction And Notes (1894)

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 168
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Mai 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 254g
• ISBN-13: 9781104474126
• ISBN-10: 1104474123
• Artikelnr.: 26470806

Autorenporträt

Titus Maccius Plautus was a prominent Roman playwright whose works represent some of the earliest complete examples of Latin literature. Born in the town of Sarsina in Italy, Plautus began his life in modest circumstances and is believed to have worked in various trades before turning to the theater. His plays are known for their lively humor, intricate plots, and clever wordplay, and they drew heavily from Greek New Comedy while adapting it to Roman tastes and settings. Specializing in a form of drama known as palliata comoedia, which featured Greek characters and themes performed in Roman dress, Plautus developed a theatrical style that resonated with popular audiences. His comedies often used mistaken identity, social role reversal, and sharp satire to explore human folly and ambition. Although little is known about his personal life, his lasting impact on literature is evident through his influence on later playwrights, especially in the Renaissance and early modern Europe. His works provided a foundation for Western comedic traditions, blending entertainment with commentary on societal norms, authority, and personal desire. He died in Rome around 184 BC, leaving behind a legacy of theatrical innovation that continues to be studied and performed.