The Pot of Gold and Other Plays by Plautus, Plautus

The Pot of Gold and Other Plays

Plautus, Plautus with E.F. Watling (Translator)

272 pages first pub -195 (editions)

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Plautus's broad humor, shown in some of the earliest surviving Latin plays, reflects Roman manners and contemporary life. This briliant collection includes: The Pot of Gold (Aulularia), The Prisoners (Captivi), The Brothers Menaechmus (Menaechmi),...

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Community Reviews Summary of 107 reviews

Moods

funny 80%
lighthearted 60%
relaxing 60%
reflective 20%

Pace

fast 40%
medium 40%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 100%

Loveable characters?

No: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.57

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