The Captivi of T. Maccius Plautus: With Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint)

Discover a scholarly edition of a classic Roman comedy, with accessible notes to guide your reading.This edition presents The Captivi of T. Maccius Plautus with a thoughtfully written introduction and notes by Archibald R. S. Hallidie. It blends the original play with introductory material that explains Plautine metre, prosody, and the language of the text. English stage directions are included to help readers picture the scenes, making the work approachable for students and general readers alike.Learn how the versification and phrasing of Plautus work, through the editor’s accessible explanations and references to other plays.See the text annotated with notes on grammar, wordplay, and key phrases to aid understanding.Explore the introduction’s overview of the plot setup, themes, and dramatic conventions of Plautine comedy.Benefit from a practical framework for scanning lines and appreciating the play’s rhythm in English-facing editions.Ideal for students, teachers, and readers seeking a clear, well-annotated doorway into Plautus, with a scholarly yet readable companion to the text. Read more