Plautus was the single greatest influence on Western comedy. Shakespeares Comedy of Errors and Molires The Miser are two subsequent classics directly based on Plautine originals.Plautus himself borrowed from the Greeks, but his jokes, rapid dialogue, bawdy humour, and irreverent characterizations are the original work of an undisputed genius. The comedies printed here show him at his best, and professor Segals translations keep their fast, rollicking pace intact, making these the most readable and actable versions available. His introduction considers Plautus place in ancient comedy, examines his continuing influence, and celebrates his power to entertain. ABOUT THE SERIES For over 100 years Oxford Worlds Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxfords commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, uptodate bibliographies for further study, and much more.

Binding: Paperback;288 pages; Publisher: Oxford University Press; Classification: DD; Weight: 334 g; Dimensions: 207 x 146 x 18

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