- A Study In Literary Evolution Intended For Readers In English And In The Original
von Richard Green Moulton
37,00 €
""The Ancient Classical Drama: A Study In Literary Evolution Intended For Readers In English And In The Original"" by Richard Green Moulton is a comprehensive study of the evolution of classical drama in ancient Greece. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the literary elements and techniques used in ancient Greek drama, and how they evolved over time. It is intended for readers who are interested in both the English translation of classical drama and the original Greek texts. Moulton's study covers the works of famous playwrights such as Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides, and explores the themes, characters, and plot structures of their plays. He also examines the historical and cultural context in which these plays were written and performed, providing insights into the social and political climate of ancient Greece. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of classical drama. Moulton provides detailed explanations and examples of literary devices such as metaphor, irony, and symbolism, and how they were used by ancient Greek playwrights. He also discusses the role of music and dance in classical drama, and how they were integrated into the performances. Overall, ""The Ancient Classical Drama"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and evolution of classical drama. It provides a thorough and engaging analysis of the literary and cultural elements that shaped this important genre of literature, and is accessible to both English-speaking readers and those who can read the original Greek texts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.