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Plautus

    Plautus was een baanbrekend figuur in de Romeinse komedie, wiens werken de vroegste volledig bewaard gebleven Latijnse literatuur vertegenwoordigen. Zijn toneelstukken, bekend als palliata comoedia, kenmerken zich door humor en levendige dialogen die latere dramaturgen diepgaand beïnvloedden. Zijn kenmerkende stijl en humor maken hem tot een hoeksteen van het Romeinse drama. De term 'Plautijns' verwijst vandaag de dag naar werken van hemzelf of werken die geïnspireerd zijn op zijn unieke theatrale nalatenschap.

    Plautus
    Selected Plays
    Plautus II
    Plautus With an English Translation by Paul Nixon III
    Plautus With an English Translation by Paul Nixon V
    Plautus With an English Translation by Paul Nixon IV
    The Pot of Gold and Other Plays
    • Features a varied selection of one of the supreme comic writers of the Roman world, Plautus' (c.254-184 BC) finest plays, from the comedy Pseudolus, The Prisoners, and The Brothers Menaechmus, to The Pot of Gold.

      The Pot of Gold and Other Plays
    • Plautus II

      With an English Translation by Paul Nixon

      Plautus II
    • Selected Plays

      • 380bladzijden
      • 14 uur lezen

      The collection showcases the comedic brilliance of Plautus, a pivotal figure in Roman theatre known for adapting Greek stories while infusing them with contemporary Roman flair. Emphasizing everyday life over philosophical themes, his plays feature early examples of slapstick humor and clever wordplay. This edition includes eight representative plays, translated by Paul Nixon and Henry Thomas Riley, highlighting Plautus's influence on future theatrical giants like Moliere and Shakespeare. It is printed on premium acid-free paper, ensuring durability.

      Selected Plays
    • The Captivi; And, Mostellaria, or The Haunted House

      in large print

      • 212bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen

      Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work designed for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to producing large print editions, it aims to enhance the reading experience for those who may struggle with standard text sizes. The commitment to preserving historical literature while making it more accessible underscores the importance of inclusivity in reading.

      The Captivi; And, Mostellaria, or The Haunted House
    • L'Avaro

      • 147bladzijden
      • 6 uur lezen
      4,0(18117)Tarief

      In Arpagone, Il protagonista della commedia, l'avarizia ha soffocato ogni sentimento e offuscato ogni residuo barlume di coscienza. Sordido, autoritario, egoista, egli progetta di sistemare i suoi due figli, Elisa e Cleante, secondo il proprio tornaconto, senza alcun rispetto per la loro volontà e i loro affetti. Il denaro è il suo demone, il suo assoluto, la passione che io devasta. Dietro la figura tradizionale dell'avaro, che molto deve a Plauto, Molière lascia intravedere un personaggio del XVII secolo, un ricco borghese parigino con l'anima del finanziere e dell'affarista che sarà propria dei suoi epigoni balzachiani, da Grandet a Mercadet. Molière non è un censore dei vizi né un pedante apologeta della moderazione: si limita a ritrarre gli uomini come sono, a disegnare campioni di dissennatezza, monomaniaci in bilico tra commedia e tragedia che suscitano il riso ma anche amare riflessioni sulla natura umana.

      L'Avaro