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Dover, K. J. J.
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:0520022114
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover K. J. J.
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3.17
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University of California Press, Date: 1972. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:0520022114 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [GB]
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3.23
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:0520022114
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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K. J. Dover
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4.26
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University of California Press. Good. 216mm / 144mm. Paperback. Date: 1972. 253 pages. Cover worn<br>Professor Dover's newest book is designe d for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek languag e. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as rep resentative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and ... . 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [NZ]
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K. J. Dover
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4.34
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover 253 pages. Cover wornProfessor Dover's newest book is designe d for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek languag e. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as rep resentative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B.C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or prop agandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his r ivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cu ltivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by ma king people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has gene rally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emph asis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physi cal limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the At henian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous dramat ic illusion or to the provision of a dramatic event with the ante cedents and consequences which might logically be expected. More importance is attached to Aristophanes' adoption of popular attit udes and beliefs, to his creation of uninhibited characters with ...
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Dover K. J.
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5.50
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Univ. of California. Date: 1972. vg. Paperback. ISBN:0520022114 8" tall; xiv + 253pp including index & bibliography; yellow cover has some sunning to spine; prev. owner's name on first page . 1972. Univ. of California ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [US]
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: Univ. of California] Softcover 8" tall; xiv + 253pp including index & bibliography; yellow cover has some sunning to spine; prev. owner's name on first page
[Bethlehem, PA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover, K. J. J.
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5.62
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.
[Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover K. J. J.
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5.96
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Paperback. Good. ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [GB]
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K. J. Dover
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6.00
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover
[Simi Valley, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.
[Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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6.28
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover
[Simi Valley, CA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover, K. J. J.
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6.33
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University of California Press 1972 Trade paperback Good Shows minimal wear such as frayed or folded edges, minor rips and tears, and/or slightly worn binding. May have stickers and/or contain inscription on title page. No observed missing pages. Some foxing and/or discoloration around edges.
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6.33
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University of California Press 1972 paperback Very good Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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6.33
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University of California Press 1972 Paperback Very good Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
[Dallas, TX, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
[Dallas, TX, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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K. J. Dover
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6.34
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University of California Press, Date: 1972-03-01. Paperback. Good. 0.7100 8.4300 5.2800. 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [US]
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6.40
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University of California Press 1972 Paperback Good Very Clean Copy-Over 500, 000 Internet Orders Filled.
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7.17
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:0520022114
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover K. J.
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7.60
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University of California Press, Date: 1972. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:0520022114 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [GB]
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Dover, K. J.
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7.73
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Clean from markings In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:0520022114
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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K. J. Dover
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8.03
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leura books /Biblio
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University of California Press, USa, Date: 1972. Softcover. Good Condition. Professor Dover's newest book is designed for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek language. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as representative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B.C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or propagandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his rivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cultivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by making people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has generally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emphasis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physical limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the Athenian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous dramatic illusion or to the provision of a dramatic event with the antecedents and consequences which might logically be expected. More importance is attached to Aristophanes' adoption of popular attitudes and beliefs, to his creation of uninhibited characters with which the spectators could identify themselves, and to his ...
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Dover, K. J.
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8.08
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
[Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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K. J. Dover
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8.17
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press, USa] Softcover Professor Dover's newest book is designed for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek language. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as representative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B.C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or propagandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his rivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cultivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by making people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has generally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emphasis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physical limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the Athenian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous dramatic illusion or to the provision of a dramatic event with the antecedents and consequences which might logically be expected. More importance is attached to Aristophanes' adoption of popular attitudes and beliefs, to his creation of uninhibited characters with which the spectators could ...
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Dover K. J. J.
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8.32
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UsedGood. Shows minimal wear such as frayed or folded edges, minor rips and tears, and/or slightly worn binding. May have stickers and/or contain inscription on title page. No observed missing pages. Some foxing and/or discoloration around edges. ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [US]
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Dover, K. J.
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.
[Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover K. J
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8.47
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University of California Press. Used - Very Good. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [US]
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Dover K. J
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8.47
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Better World Books /Biblio
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University of California Press. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [US]
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8.47
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Shows minimal wear such as frayed or folded edges, minor rips and tears, and/or slightly worn binding. May have stickers and/or contain inscription on title page. No observed missing pages. Some foxing and/or discoloration around edges.
[rotterdam, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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K. J. J. Dover
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10.25
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University of California Press, March Date: 1972. Trade Paperback. Very Good. Pages are clean with no apparent marks other than previous owner's name inside. Binding is sound. Light shelf wear to cover. Family-owned bookshop in Steubenville, Ohio: BookMarx Bookstore. Books shipped within 24 hours. 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [US]
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K. J. J. Dover
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press March 1972] Softcover Family-owned bookshop in Steubenville, Ohio: BookMarx Bookstore. Books shipped within 24 hours. Pages are clean with no apparent marks other than previous owner's name inside. Binding is sound. Light shelf wear to cover.
[Steubenville, OH, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover, K. J.
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11.13
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:0520022114
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover K. J.
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11.76
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Ancient World Books /Biblio
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University of California Press. Good+. Date: 1972. Softcover. 0520022114 . Creasing to spine. Chipping to spine ends. Tear to base of spine cover (3 cm). Scholar's bookplate to inner cover (Robert Brown). Scholar's name to ffep (Robert Brown). Else VG. ; 280 pages; Professor Dover's book is designed for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek language. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as representative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B. C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or propagandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his rivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cultivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by making people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has generally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emphasis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physical limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the Athenian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous "dramatic illusion" or to the provision of a dramatic event with the antecedents and consequences which might logically ...
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Dover K. J.
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11.80
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Anybook.com /Biblio
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University of California Press, Date: 1972. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:0520022114 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [GB]
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Dover, K. J.
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12.00
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Ancient World Books /Abebooks
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Creasing to spine. Chipping to spine ends. Tear to base of spine cover (3 cm). Scholar's bookplate to inner cover (Robert Brown). Scholar's name to ffep (Robert Brown). Else VG. ; 280 pages; Professor Dover's book is designed for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek language. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as representative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B. C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or propagandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his rivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cultivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by making people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has generally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emphasis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physical limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the Athenian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous "dramatic illusion" or to the provision of a dramatic event with the antecedents and consequences which ...
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Dover, K. J.
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12.00
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN:0520022114
[Lincoln, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover, K. J. J.
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13.00
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University of California Press 1972 paperback Good paperback, bumped/creased with shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized.
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Dover, K. J. J.
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13.00
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Good paperback, bumped/creased with shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized.
[Harrisburg, PA, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover, K. J. J.
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13.94
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Buy with confidence! Book is in good condition with minor wear to the pages, binding, and minor marks within
[Amherst, NY, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 1972]
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Dover, K. J. J.
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14.41
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Anybook.com via Alibris /Alibris
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University of California Press 1972 Trade paperback This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 0520022114.
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Dover K. J. J
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14.44
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University of California Press, Date: 1972-03-01. paperback. Used: Good. 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [US]
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Dover K. J.
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14.70
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Ancient World Books /Biblio
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University of California Press. Very Good+. Date: 1972. Softcover. 0520022114 . Spine slightly sunned. Very minor shelfwear. ; 280 pages; Professor Dover's book is designed for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek language. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as representative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B. C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or propagandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his rivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cultivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by making people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has generally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emphasis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physical limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the Athenian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous "dramatic illusion" or to the provision of a dramatic event with the antecedents and consequences which might logically be expected. More importance is attached to Aristophanes' adoption of popular attitudes and beliefs, to his creation of uninhibited ...
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Dover, K. J.
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15.00
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University of California Press 1972 Softcover Good+ 0520022114. Creasing to spine. Chipping to spine ends. Tear to base of spine cover (3 cm). Scholar's bookplate to inner cover (Robert Brown). Scholar's name to ffep (Robert Brown). Else VG.; 280 pages; Professor Dover's book is designed for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek language. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as representative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B. C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or propagandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his rivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cultivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by making people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has generally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emphasis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physical limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the Athenian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous "dramatic illusion" or to the provision of a dramatic event with the antecedents and consequences which might logically be expected. More importance is attached to ...
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15.00
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover University of California Press, Berkeley / Los Angeles, 1972. 1st ed. XV,253p. ills.(B&W photographs). Paperback. Spine with two light reading traces. 'Dover reconstructs Athenian public opinion to determine what attitudes and characters Aristophanes was able to exploit for comic effect. He supports his interpretations with evidence from drama, rhetoric, philosophy, history, art, and the law of Athens. (.) The book is so crammed with information (.) on all aspects of Greek life that one can almost imagine himself sitting in the theatre in Athens laughing at the same jokes as the rest of the audience. In the last chapter, Dover provides a classic justification for reading a dead author like Aristophanes. 'The moral utility of reading the works of a dead author - and whether he died this morning or two thousand years ago makes no essential difference - lies, I suggest, not in the possibility of doing what he appears to recommend and refraining from what he appears to forbid, but in two other directions. First by adding his experience to ours we can look through his eyes at elements of human life which are common to his culture and ours, and can thus criticize and adjust our assumptions and attitudes, as we can also by understanding and absorbing the experience of contemporary individuals whose lives and environments differ from our own. Secondly, in so far as ...
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Dover, K. J.
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15.00
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover Spine slightly sunned. Very minor shelfwear. ; 280 pages; Professor Dover's book is designed for those who are interested in the history of comedy as an art form but who are not necessarily familiar with the Greek language. The eleven surviving plays of Aristophanes are treated as representative of a genre. Old Attic Comedy, which was artistically and intellectually homogeneous and gave expression to the spirit of Athenian society in the late fifth and early fourth centuries B. C. Aristophanes is regarded primarily not as a reformer or propagandist but as a dramatist who sought, in competition with his rivals, to win the esteem both of the general public and of the cultivated and critical minority. He succeeded in this effort by making people laugh, and the book pays more attention than has generally been paid to the technical means, whether of language or of situation, on which Aristophanes' humor depends. Particular emphasis is laid on his indifference-positively assisted by the physical limitations of the Greek theatre and the conditions of the Athenian dramatic festivals-to the maintenance of continuous "dramatic illusion" or to the provision of a dramatic event with the antecedents and consequences which might logically be expected. More importance is attached to Aristophanes' adoption of popular attitudes and beliefs, to his creation of ...
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Dover K. J.
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15.91
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CARDINAL BOOKS ~~ ABAC/ILAB /Biblio
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Berkeley: University of California Press, Date: 1972. Book. Very Good. Soft cover. 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Softcover. Neat owner's name to front free endpaper; otherwise a clean, tight, and completely unmarked copy showing very slight edge wear. A neat copy. Select bibliography, indices. xv,253pp. . 1972. University of California Press ISBN 0520022114 9780520022119 [CA]
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press, Berkeley] Softcover Softcover. Neat owner's name to front free endpaper; otherwise a clean, tight, and completely unmarked copy showing very slight edge wear. A neat copy. Select bibliography, indices. xv,253pp. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall
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University of California Press, Berkeley / Los Angeles, 1972. 1st ed. XV,253p. ills.(B&W photographs). Paperback. Spine with two light reading traces. 'Dover reconstructs Athenian public opinion to determine what attitudes and characters Aristophanes was able to exploit for comic effect. He supports his interpretations with evidence from drama, rhetoric, philosophy, history, art, and the law of Athens. (...) The book is so crammed with information (...) on all aspects of Greek life that one can almost imagine himself sitting in the theatre in Athens laughing at the same jokes as the rest of the audience. In the last chapter, Dover provides a classic justification for reading a dead author like Aristophanes. 'The moral utility of reading the works of a dead author - and whether he died this morning or two thousand years ago makes no essential difference - lies, I suggest, not in the possibility of doing what he appears to recommend and refraining from what he appears to forbid, but in two other directions. First by adding his experience to ours we can look through his eyes at elements of human life which are common to his culture and ours, and can thus criticize and adjust our assumptions and attitudes, as we can also by understanding and absorbing the experience of contemporary individuals whose lives and environments differ from our own. Secondly, in so far as art is an aspect of our nature, on a part with exercise, religion, sex, and work, enjoying literature ...
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ISBN10: 0520022114, ISBN13: 9780520022119, [publisher: University of California Press] Softcover University of California Press, Berkeley / Los Angeles, 1972. 1st ed. XV,253p. ills.(B&W photographs). Paperback. Spine with two light reading traces. 'Dover reconstructs Athenian public opinion to determine what attitudes and characters Aristophanes was able to exploit for comic effect. He supports his interpretations with evidence from drama, rhetoric, philosophy, history, art, and the law of Athens. (.) The book is so crammed with information (.) on all aspects of Greek life that one can almost imagine himself sitting in the theatre in Athens laughing at the same jokes as the rest of the audience. In the last chapter, Dover provides a classic justification for reading a dead author like Aristophanes. 'The moral utility of reading the works of a dead author - and whether he died this morning or two thousand years ago makes no essential difference - lies, I suggest, not in the possibility of doing what he appears to recommend and refraining from what he appears to forbid, but in two other directions. First by adding his experience to ours we can look through his eyes at elements of human life which are common to his culture and ours, and can thus criticize and adjust our assumptions and attitudes, as we can also by understanding and absorbing the experience of contemporary individuals whose lives and environments differ from our own. Secondly, in so far as ...
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