History-Makers: Aristophanes

He told the Athenians they were a disaster and they gave him a prize. Aristophanes wrote in the new Theatrical genre of Comedy during the golden age of Athens, and used his plays to viciously satirize Athenian society. They create a fabulously clear portrait of ancient Athenian life, and they have the corollary benefit of being funny as hell.

SOURCES & Further Reading: The 11 plays of Aristophanes, with particular focus on Clouds and Women at the Thesmophoria, Britannica's "Aristophanes", Crash Course Theater #2 & 4.

Partial Tracklist: "Sneaky Snitch", "Marty Gots A Plan" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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