Terence - Adelphoe (The Brothers)
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Publius Terentius Afer is better known to us as the Roman playwright, Terence. Much of his life, especially the early part, is either unknown or has conflicting sources and accounts. His birth date is said to be either 185 BC or a decade earlier: 195 BC. His place of birth is variously listed as in, or, near Carthage, or, in Greek Italy to a woman taken to Carthage as a slave. It is suggested that he lived in the territory of the Libyan tribe...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1787806537
ISBN13:9781787806535
Release Date:July 2019
Publisher:Stage Door
Length:78 Pages
Weight:0.28 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Customer Reviews
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Terence Adelphoe
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
I ordered this for my son for one of his college classes. Shipping was quick and exactly what he needed!
A play for those who enjoy Roman theater
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
The commentary is very helpful as it explains words that may have different meanings in Latin prose. It also explains how the grammar is evolving at that point in Roman history. It is the best play that Terence has ever written and it is definitely worth reading it in the original language.
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