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The play "Acharnians" (c. 425 BCE) is one of Aristophanes’ most prominent anti‑war comedies, set against the backdrop of the long Peloponnesian War between Athens and Sparta. Using contemporary figures and events as source material, the playwright lampoons Athenian politicians who advocate continuing hostilities and presents an impassioned plea for peace, while maintaining the humor and hedonistic tone that characterises his work. Through parody and satire, Aristophanes offers a vivid picture of Athenian society, politics, and culture at the height of its golden age.
First publish date: 1835
Genre: Drama & Plays/Comedy Plays
Authors: Aristophanes
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