Publisher's Synopsis
This title offers an in-depth study of all the aspects of the dramatic art of Aristophanes with special reference to one of the sharpest satires written by him, 'Frogs.' The play, which combines parody with slapstick, political discussion with pantomime high spirits, has been deemed a comic masterpiece because of its clever blend of cheerful obscenity and political satire. Apart from containing the text of the play, the narrative analysis and literary criticism, the book also contains articles that discuss the title of the play, the element of fantasy and escape, the role of chorus, the characterization of Dionysus, and the poetics of meta-theatre reflected in the play. The book aims primarily at catering to the needs of the students of English literature, however the lucid language and easy-to-follow style makes the book an appealing read for anyone who is interested in the subject.
