The Comedies Of Plutus And The Frogs

Exploring themes of wealth and art, this collection features two plays by Aristophanes. "Plutus" addresses the corrupting power of money through the lens of the god of wealth, while "The Frogs" follows Dionysus on a comedic quest to retrieve a poet from the underworld, highlighting the importance of art in society. Both plays showcase Aristophanes' signature wit and social critique. This 1822 edition includes notes from scholarly commentaries and aims to preserve the cultural significance of these timeless works.