Comic Terminations In Aristophanes And The Comic Fragments, Part 1 Diminutives, Character Names, Patronymics (1902)

""Comic Terminations in Aristophanes and the Comic Fragments, Part 1: Diminutives, Character Names, Patronymics"" is a scholarly work by Charles William Peppler, first published in 1902. The book explores the use of diminutives, character names, and patronymics in the comedic works of Aristophanes and other ancient Greek writers. Peppler analyzes the linguistic and literary techniques employed by these writers to create humorous and satirical effects, and provides translations and detailed explanations of the Greek terms and phrases used. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of ancient Greek literature, linguistics, and comedy, as well as anyone interested in the history and development of humor and satire in Western literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.