Birds

by Aristophanes, Peter H. Burian (Editor)

Overview

Disenchanted with the corruption of their native Athens, a pair of friends unite with the birds to found an idyllic city in the clouds. Widely acknowledged as Aristophanes' masterpiece, this sparkling fantasy resounds with comic vitality, combining witty dialog, interludes of exquisite lyricism, and clever stage effects for an irresistible extravaganza.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780929524641
Publisher:	Bryn Mawr Commentaries, Inc.
Publication date:	06/01/1991
Series:	Bryn Mawr Commentaries, Greek
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	132
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Peter Meineck is Clinical Associate Professor of Classics, New York University, and Artistic Director of the Aquila Theatre Company.

Table of Contents

Introduction; Hypotheses; Greek Text; Commentary

Editorial Reviews

"It is a rich store of information and sure to be long-lasting. Everyone who uses it - and that will be everyone who pays close attention to Birds from now on - will have ample cause for gratitude....Her work is unquestionably a contribution of the highest significance, timely and thoroughly professional."Bryn Mawr Classical Review

"The commentary elucidates with an expert's knowledge syntax, meter, and artifacts. The book is as well a permanent contribution to our knowledge of Attic birds....The volume is the best and will remain authoritative for generations. We can only be grateful."—Religious Studies Review

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