Criticizing politicians in Ancient Comedy

Authors

  • María José García Soler Imprensa da Universidade de Coimbra

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14195/2183-1718_65_3

Keywords:

Ancient Greek comedy, politicians in Comedy, political satire

Abstract

Old Comedy brought into focus all aspects of life in Athens, with an infinite
freedom of speech. One of its main targets were the politicians who ruled the
destinies of the polis, criticized mercilessly for their public activities, but also for
their physical and moral characteristics.

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Published

2016-08-30

Issue

Vol. 65 (2013)

Section

Articles

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