Synopsis
A close, scene-by-scene study of Plautus’s comic methods in Roman theater, explained for today’s reader.
This scholarly examination surveys stock plots, character types, and stagecraft in Plautus’s plays. It traces how farce, burlesque, and clever dialogue worked together to shape ancient comedy, with clear, concrete examples that illuminate the craft behind the laughs.
The book combines criticism, performance history, and detailed analysis to show how Plautus made audiences laugh, while clarifying what modern readers can learn from his techniques.
- Discussions of stock characters and recurring plots in Plautus’s works
- Close look at dramatic devices like mistaken identity, disguises, and audience address
- Connections between ancient performance practice and the bite and timing of modern farce
- Clear examples that illustrate how humor is constructed on stage
Ideal for readers of classical theater, literary history, and dramatic method alike.
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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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The Dramatic Values in Plautus (Classic Reprint)
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Forgotten Books, 2015
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