The Ancient Greek Theatre Collection

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“Tragedy is an imitation of an action that is serious, complete, and of a certain magnitude.” – Aristotle, Poetics

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SKU: MTG10105 Weight: 12 kg Category:
Language: Ancient Greek & Greek
Volumes: 57
Description

The complete works of ancient Greek tragedy (Euripides, Sophocles, Aeschylus) and comedy (Aristophanes, Menander, Herondas), gathered in a 57-volume series.

What does the Ancient Greek Theatre Collection include?

The Ancient Greek Theatre Collection is a complete 57-volume series that gathers all surviving works of ancient Greek drama, bringing together the masterpieces of tragedy—Euripides, Sophocles, and Aeschylus—and comedy, including Aristophanes, Menander, and Herondas. Across its volumes, the collection offers a comprehensive view of classical theatre, from the grand themes of fate, heroism, and divine justice to political satire and everyday social life on stage.

Each book features the original ancient Greek text, a modern Greek translation, and an introduction with commentary, making it an essential resource for both academic study and general readers interested in the origins of Western drama.

A series containing all the surviving works of the great playwrights of antiquity, including:

  • 27 volumes containing all the surviving works of Euripides.
  • 7 volumes containing the surviving works of Sophocles.
  • 8 volumes containing the surviving works of Aeschylus.
  • 11 volumes containing the surviving comedies of Aristophanes.
  • 3 volumes containing the works of Menander (Dyskolos, Samia, Epitreptontes).
  • 1 volume containing the Mimes of Herondas.

Each volume includes the original ancient Greek text, a modern Greek translation, and an introduction/commentary.

From our Journal

F.A.Q.
What is the Ancient Greek Theatre Collection?
It is a complete 57-volume series that brings together all surviving works of ancient Greek drama, covering both tragedy and comedy in one unified collection.
Which playwrights are included in the collection?
It includes the full works of the tragedians Euripides, Sophocles, and Aeschylus, as well as the comic playwrights Aristophanes, Menander, and Herondas.
Why is ancient Greek theatre considered so important?
Greek theatre shaped the foundations of Western drama by introducing lasting themes, powerful storytelling structures, and a unique blend of philosophy, politics, and human experience on stage.
What does each volume contain?
Each book features the original Ancient Greek text, a modern Greek translation, plus an introduction and commentary to support both study and deeper understanding.
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