Menaechmi; Or, The Twin-Brothers by Plautus

Menaechmi; Or, The Twin-Brothers

Plautus with Henry Thomas Riley (Translator)

100 pages first pub -206 (editions)

fiction classics play funny fast-paced

Description

Considered to be Plautus's greatest play, "Menaechmi; Or, The Twin-Brothers" is the story of two twin brothers, Menaechmus and Sosicles, who are separated at age seven when their father takes Menaechmus on a business trip. This classic play, which...

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Community Reviews Summary of 84 reviews

Moods

funny 71%
lighthearted 57%
challenging 14%
mysterious 14%
reflective 14%

Pace

fast 85%
medium 14%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 66% | A mix: 33%

Strong character development?

No: 75% | Yes: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 50% | N/A: 25% | Yes: 25%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.17

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