Aristophanes

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1. Aristophanes - Noun

2. Aristophanes - Proper noun

Meaning

an ancient Greek dramatist remembered for his comedies (448-380 BC)

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A full appreciation of Aristophanes' plays requires an understanding of the poetic forms he employed with virtuoso skill, and of their different rhythms and associations. Source: Internet

Aristophanes, like Vonnegut, wrote humorous critiques of contemporary society.sfn Vonnegut's life and work also share similarities with that of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn writer Mark Twain. Source: Internet

Aristophanes and the Definition of Comedy M.S.Silk, Oxford University Press 2002, page 418 * Inclusive comedy: Old Comedy provided a variety of entertainments for a diverse audience. Source: Internet

Aristophanes: Clouds K.J. Dover, Oxford University Press 1970, page XV * Dirty jokes: A relaxation in standards of behaviour was permitted and the holiday spirit included bawdy irreverence towards both men and gods. Source: Internet

Aristophanes: Clouds K.J. Dover (ed), Oxford University Press 1970, page 126 ** antistrophe or antode: These are songs that mirror the strophe/ode in meter, length and function. Source: Internet

Aristophanes famously parodies the clever inversions that sophists were known for in his play The Clouds. Source: Internet

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