Amphitryo, Asinaria, Aulularia, Bacchides, Captivi by Titus Maccius Plautus

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Author Plautus, Titus Maccius, 255 BCE-185 BCE
Translator Nixon, Paul, 1882-1956
Title Amphitryo, Asinaria, Aulularia, Bacchides, Captivi
Amphitryon, The Comedy of Asses, The Pot of Gold, The Two
Bacchises, The Captives
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Summary "Amphitryon, Asinaria, Aulularia, Bacchides, Captivi" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a collection of comedies written in the late 3rd century BC. This compilation features notable plays, with the first being "Amphitryon," which draws on mythological themes and involves comical deceptions by the gods Jupiter and Mercury. The characters are steeped in classic Roman humor, highlighting the absurdity of mistaken identities and romantic entanglements. At the start of "Amphitryon," we learn of the god Jupiter's deceitful encounter with Alcmena, the wife of the warrior Amphitryon, during his absence in battle. Disguising himself as Amphitryon, Jupiter seeks romantic fulfillment, while the genuine Amphitryon is away fighting the Teloboians. The prologue introduces Mercury, who sets the stage for this tale of confusion and mischief, as he also assumes the form of Sosia, Amphitryon’s servant. The opening unfolds with Sosia's return, where he humorously grapples with the strange happenings at home, not grasping that both he and Amphitryon are pawns in a divine game. The stage is set for humorous interactions and misunderstandings that characterize Plautus's work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
Language Latin
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Latin drama (Comedy) -- Translations into English
Subject Latin drama (Comedy)
Category Text
EBook-No. 16564
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Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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