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Slaves, Masters, and the Art of Authority in Plautine Comedy

About Slaves, Masters, and the Art of Authority in Plautine Comedy

What pleasures did Plautus' heroic tricksters provide their original audience? How should we understand the compelling mix of rebellion and social conservatism that Plautus offers? Through a reading of four plays representing the full range of his work, this book develops a different model of Plautine comedy and its social effects.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780691117850
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 248
  • Published:
  • January 31, 2004
  • Dimensions:
  • 156x239x19 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 416 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: June 7, 2025

Description of Slaves, Masters, and the Art of Authority in Plautine Comedy

What pleasures did Plautus' heroic tricksters provide their original audience? How should we understand the compelling mix of rebellion and social conservatism that Plautus offers? Through a reading of four plays representing the full range of his work, this book develops a different model of Plautine comedy and its social effects.

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