Lysistrata by Aristophanes

Lysistrata

Aristophanes

72 pages • first pub -411 (editions)

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Description

Aristophanes' great anti-war drama glorifies the power of fertility in the face of destruction. Mr. Rudall's new translation recaptures the splendid variety of diction in Aristophanes, so that instead of a heavily poetic presentation the play beco...

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Moods

funny 94%
lighthearted 56%
reflective 23%
inspiring 16%
challenging 13%
adventurous 8%
informative 7%
relaxing 3%
dark 2%
hopeful 2%
tense 2%
emotional 1%

Pace

fast 69%
medium 23%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 46% | A mix: 29% | Character: 23%

Strong character development?

No: 43% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 51% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 70% | It's complicated: 15% | Yes: 11% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 50% | No: 30% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

3.69

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