The Birds [hardcover] Aristophanes translated by Dudley Fitts

Description

The Birds [hardcover] Aristophanes

SKU: VBe-016
Title of book: The Birds
Subtitle of book: An English Version by Dudley Fitts
Author: Aristophanes, translated by Dudley Fitts
Year of publication: 1957
Edition: First Edition
Printing: Not specified
Publisher name: Harcourt, Brace and Company
Type of binding: Hardcover
Does it have a dust jacket? No
Is it a Book Club edition? Not specified
Is it a former library book? Yes, with library markings visible
Does it have damage on the dust jacket or cover? Slight wear on the cover corners and edges
Are the pages clean? Yes
Is there foxing? Not specified
Description
The Birds [hardcover] Aristophanes

“The Birds” is a classic comedic play by the ancient Greek playwright Aristophanes, translated into English by Dudley Fitts. This edition was published in 1957 by Harcourt, Brace and Company and is a first edition. The play is a humorous and satirical commentary on the political and social landscape of ancient Athens, featuring the story of two men who, tired of their lives, decide to create a utopian city in the sky, where they will live among the birds.

Genre and Sub-Genre
The book falls under the genre of classical literature, specifically ancient Greek comedy.

Condition
The book is in good condition with clean pages. The hardcover shows slight wear on the corners and edges. It does not have a dust jacket. The book is a former library book, with library markings visible. Overall, the book appears to be well-preserved for its age and usage.