This book unveils the multifaceted world of Plautus, a towering figure in Roman comedy. The author challenges the traditional view of Plautus as a skillful playwright and literary artist, delving into the social and theatrical context that shaped his work. Exploring the vibrant Roman theater scene, the book delves into the nature of Plautus' adaptations from Greek New Comedy. It examines the role of actors, whose energetic performances and lively gestures brought the plays to life, and the spirited audience who reveled in Plautus' brand of humor. By analyzing Plautus' unconventional techniques, such as direct address to the audience and the use of musical accompaniment, the author paints a vivid picture of a raucous and engaging theatrical experience. The book sheds new light on Plautus' comic genius, revealing a playwright who transcended the boundaries of conventional drama to create a uniquely Roman form of entertainment. This in-depth study offers a fresh perspective on Plautus' significance, not only as a master of comedy but as a cultural icon who captured the spirit of his time.
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The Dramatic Values in Plautus is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by Wilton Wallace Blancke is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of Wilton Wallace Blancke then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the multifaceted world of Plautus, a towering figure in Roman comedy. The author challenges the traditional view of Plautus as a skillful playwright and literary artist, delving into the social and theatrical context that shaped his work. Exploring the vibrant Roman theater scene, the book delves into the nature of Plautus' adaptations from Greek New Comedy. It examines the role of actors, whose energetic performances and lively gestures brought the plays to life, and the spirited audience who reveled in Plautus' brand of humor. By analyzing Plautus' unconventional techniques, such as direct address to the audience and the use of musical accompaniment, the author paints a vivid picture of a raucous and engaging theatrical experience. The book sheds new light on Plautus' comic genius, revealing a playwright who transcended the boundaries of conventional drama to create a uniquely Roman form of entertainment. This in-depth study offers a fresh perspective on Plautus' significance, not only as a master of comedy but as a cultural icon who captured the spirit of his time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330710739_0
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