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The Comedies of Terence
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781022924475
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 174
Weight: 0.93
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Experience the wit and wisdom of ancient Rome with The Comedies of Terence, a collection of plays by Publius Terentius Afer. This volume presents literal English prose translations of Terence's celebrated Latin dramas, offering readers direct access to the heart of Roman comedy. Each play is accompanied by detailed notes, providing valuable context and insights into the nuances of the original Latin text.
A cornerstone of classical literature, Terence's work provides a window into Roman society, exploring universal themes of love, family, and social dynamics with humor and keen observation. This edition is carefully prepared for print republication, ensuring the enduring accessibility of these important works for students, scholars, and anyone interested in exploring the foundations of Western dramatic tradition. Delve into the world of Latin drama and discover the timeless appeal of Terence's comedic genius.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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