Drama in Ancient Athens

**Drama in Ancient Athens** is a comprehensive introduction to Greek drama, covering all three genres — tragedy, comedy, and satyr play — and the major playwrights, including Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes. It is written in a clear and accessible style, and it is suitable for both students and general readers.

**Drama in Ancient Athens** provides a detailed overview of the origins and development of Greek drama, as well as the conventions of Greek staging and performance. It also explores the social and political context of Greek drama, and its relationship to Athenian culture and religion.

In addition to providing a comprehensive overview of Greek drama, **Drama in Ancient Athens** also includes detailed analyses of some of the most famous Greek plays, including Aeschylus’s *Oresteia*, Sophocles’ *Oedipus Rex*, Euripides’ *Medea*, and Aristophanes’ *The Clouds*. These analyses provide insights into the plays’ themes, characters, and structure, and they help readers to appreciate the enduring power and relevance of Greek drama.

**Drama in Ancient Athens** is an essential resource for anyone who wants to learn more about Greek drama. It is a comprehensive and accessible guide that provides a wealth of information about this important and influential form of theater.

**Pasquale De Marco** is a professor of Classics at the University of California, Berkeley. He is the author of several books on Greek drama, including *The Cambridge Companion to Greek Tragedy* and *The Oxford Handbook of Greek Comedy*.

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Publisher ‏: ‎ PageBook24.com (January 13, 2025)
Language : ‎ English
Dimensions ‏: ‎ 6 x 9 inches
Pages ‏: ‎ 146 pages

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