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Laughter in Ancient Rome: A Journey Through the Lighter Side of Roman Life

Israel Bell

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Laughter was a vital part of Roman culture, and the Romans had a keen sense of humor. This book explores the many ways that Romans laughed, from their raucous comedies to their witty epigrams.

Laughter in Ancient Rome: On Joking Tickling and Cracking Up (Sather Classical Lectures 71)

Laughter in Ancient Rome: On Joking, Tickling, and Cracking Up (Sather Classical Lectures Book 71)

by Mary Beard

4.3 out of 5

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Roman Comedy

Roman comedy was a popular form of entertainment, and it was often used to satirize Roman society. Some of the most famous Roman comedies include Plautus's Miles Gloriosus and Terence's The Eunuch.

Roman comedies were typically full of slapstick humor, mistaken identities, and bawdy jokes. They were also often very political, and they often poked fun at the rich and powerful.

Roman Epigrams

Roman epigrams were short, witty poems that were often used to satirize people or events. Some of the most famous Roman epigrammatists include Martial and Catullus.

Roman epigrams were often very clever and cutting, and they often made fun of people's physical appearance, their intelligence, or their morals.

Roman Satire

Roman satire was a form of literature that was used to criticize Roman society. Some of the most famous Roman satirists include Juvenal and Persius.

Roman satires were often very critical of the rich and powerful, and they often attacked corruption, greed, and hypocrisy.

Laughter was an important part of Roman life, and the Romans had a keen sense of humor. This book has explored the many ways that Romans laughed, from their raucous comedies to their witty epigrams.

If you are interested in learning more about Roman laughter, I encourage you to read this book. It is a fascinating and entertaining look at the lighter side of Roman life.

Laughter in Ancient Rome: On Joking, Tickling, and Cracking Up (Sather Classical Lectures Book 71)

by Mary Beard

4.3 out of 5