Description
Aristophanes' great anti-war drama glorifies the power of fertility in the face of destruction. Mr. Rudall's new translation recaptures the splendid variety of diction in Aristophanes, so that instead of a heavily poetic presentation the play becomes highly theatrical.
About the Author
The Plays for Performance series is edited by Nicholas Rudall, former artistic director of the Court Theatre at the University of Chicago where he is professor of classics, and Bernard Sahlins, founder and director of the Second City. They both live in Chicago, Illinois.
Reviews
These are highly recommended wherever there is an interest in classical drama. * Kliatt Paperback Review *
Book Information
ISBN 9780929587578
Author Aristophanes
Format Paperback
Page Count 72
Imprint Ivan R Dee, Inc
Publisher Ivan R Dee, Inc
Weight(grams) 104g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 176mm * 6mm
About the Author
The Plays for Performance series is edited by Nicholas Rudall, former artistic director of the Court Theatre at the University of Chicago where he is professor of classics, and Bernard Sahlins, founder and director of the Second City. They both live in Chicago, Illinois.
Reviews
These are highly recommended wherever there is an interest in classical drama. * Kliatt Paperback Review *
Book Information
ISBN 9780929587578
Author Aristophanes
Format Paperback
Page Count 72
Imprint Ivan R Dee, Inc
Publisher Ivan R Dee, Inc
Weight(grams) 104g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 176mm * 6mm
