The Birds by Aristophanes
A Comedy
This ancient Greek comedy play revolves around two men who are fed up with the problems of human society and decide to create a utopian city in the clouds with the help of birds. Their city, 'Cloudcuckooland', becomes popular and attracts gods and humans alike, leading to a series of humorous and satirical events. The play is a satire on political and social life in Athens, poking fun at its democracy, bureaucracy, and warfare.
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- Published
- -414
- Nationality
- Greek
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 166
- Original Language
- Ancient greek
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