Publisher's Synopsis
""The Origin and Development of the Greek Drama"" is a book written by John Harper and published in 1883. It is a comprehensive study of the origins and evolution of Greek drama, from its earliest beginnings to the height of its popularity in the 5th century BCE. The book covers the historical, cultural, and social contexts in which Greek drama emerged, including the religious festivals and rituals that inspired its creation. It also examines the various forms of drama that existed in ancient Greece, such as tragedy, comedy, and satyr plays, and the contributions of notable playwrights such as Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. Harper's work is considered a seminal text in the study of classical Greek theatre and is still widely read and referenced by scholars today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
