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The esteem in which satyr drama was held in antiquity still arouses curiosity and controversy. Twelve new papers, generated in North America by a distinguished cast of scholars, explore questions central to the genre. How did satyr drama relate to comedy and tragedy; how closely was it tied to its tragic trilogy? How did the Athenians react to pro-satyric drama, such as the Alcestis? How far did satyr plays reflect contemporary political life? Fresh conclusions are adduced from the fragments, particularly those of Aeschylus, and there is special study of Euripides' Cyclops, not least for its possible reflection of the fifth-century sophists.

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"""Satyr Drama: Tragedy at Play"" is an excellent demonstration and culmination of developments within the discipline, collecting twelve diverse essays that will be important not only for students of satyr drama but of Athenian drama in general.[...]...a welcome addition to satyric studies, both for its breadth and its depth. Contributors address established scholarly issues and point to valuable, new directions for the field. A quick perusal of Harrisons lengthy index reveals the astonishing scope of the volume, and the essays themselves offer a wide range of interesting perspectives and approaches. Individually, the contributions will have considerable impact on studies of Greek drama and culture; collectively, they signify and strengthen satyr dramas importance in modern classical scholarship.'--Carl Shaw""Bryn Mawr Classical Review"" (01/01/2007)"

Satyr Drama: Tragedy at Play is an excellent demonstration and culmination of developments within the discipline, collecting twelve diverse essays that will be important not only for students of satyr drama but of Athenian drama in general.[...]...a welcome addition to satyric studies, both for its breadth and its depth. Contributors address established scholarly issues and point to valuable, new directions for the field. A quick perusal of Harrisons lengthy index reveals the astonishing scope of the volume, and the essays themselves offer a wide range of interesting perspectives and approaches. Individually, the contributions will have considerable impact on studies of Greek drama and culture; collectively, they signify and strengthen satyr dramas importance in modern classical scholarship.'--Carl Shaw Bryn Mawr Classical Review (01/01/2007)

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George W.M. Harrison received his Ph.D from Johns Hopkins University with a thesis on Seneca and Lucan. He has edited a volume for this press on Seneca in Performance (2002) and has written a book on the Roman historical play, Octavia. His other scholarly interests include Plutarch, and the archaeology of Crete during the Roman Empire. He has translated one play for performance, and is completing the script of his second play. He splits his time between Montreal and Crete.

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