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Terence, known formally as Publius Terentius Afer, was an accomplished playwright of the Roman Republic whose literary career flourished during the latter half of the 2nd century BCE. Born around 185 BCE in Carthage, Terence was brought to Rome as a slave, but his talent and erudition earned him an education and subsequent emancipation by his Roman senator patron, Terentius Lucanus. Terence”s work is synonymous with the refinement of Latin comedy. He adapted Greek plays from the New Comedy period, specifically those of Menander, for Roman audiences, innovating in the realm of character development and complex plot construction. Six comedies are attributed to him, and collectively they are known as “The Comedies of Terence” (“Comoediae”). These works include “Andria” (The Girl from Andros), “Hecyra” (The Mother-in-Law), “Heauton Timorumenos” (The Self-Tormentor), “Phormio”, “Eunuchus” (The Eunuch), and “Adelphoe” (The Brothers), all of which are revered for their elegant language and skillful blend of humor and pathos. Terence”s influence extended well beyond his lifetime, shaping the development of Renaissance drama and contributing to literary discussions on human behavior and social conventions. While Terence”s life was brief—he is believed to have died young, by 159 BCE—his legacy as a pivotal figure in Western literature is undeniable, with his works continuing to be studied and performed for their timeless insight into human nature and societal norms.




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George Colman: Plays of George Colman the Younger
Originally composed and published in 1981, this second book makes up two volumes of the plays of George Colman the Younger. Versatile, industrious, talented, Goerge Colman the Younger (1762-1836) fol …
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George Colman: Plays of George Colman the Younger
Originally composed and published in 1981, this second book makes up two volumes of the plays of George Colman the Younger. Versatile, industrious, talented, Goerge Colman the Younger (1762-1836) fol …
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George Colman: Plays of George Colman the Younger
Originally composed and published in 1981, this second book makes up two volumes of the plays of George Colman the Younger. Versatile, industrious, talented, Goerge Colman the Younger (1762-1836) fol …
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€66.84
George Colman: Plays of George Colman the Younger
Originally composed and published in 1981, this second book makes up two volumes of the plays of George Colman the Younger. Versatile, industrious, talented, Goerge Colman the Younger (1762-1836) fol …
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€59.32
George Colman: Inkle and Yarico: An opera, in three acts
George Colman’s ‘Inkle and Yarico: An Opera, in Three Acts’ is a captivating adaptation of the enduring themes of love and cultural encounter, intricately woven into the fabric of 18th-century litera …
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William Shakespeare & George Colman: A Fairy Tale in Two Acts Taken from Shakespeare (1763)
A Fairy Tale in Two Acts Taken from Shakespeare (1763) is an intriguing collection that invites readers into a kaleidoscope of narrative magic and dramaturgical innovation, where Shakespeare’s timele …
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Terence: The Comedies of Terence
The Comedies of Terence, a collection of six Roman comedies attributed to the playwright Terence, showcases a remarkable blend of Greek influences and Roman societal norms, embodying the essence of N …
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George Colman: The Battle of Hexham; or, Days of Old
George Colman’s ‘The Battle of Hexham; or, Days of Old’ is a compelling historical play that intricately weaves themes of loyalty, conflict, and the tumultuous nature of power during the Wars of the …
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George Colman: The Surrender of Calais
In ‘The Surrender of Calais, ‘ George Colman crafts a poignant exploration of loyalty, sacrifice, and the complexities of human emotion, set against the backdrop of the historical siege of Calais in …
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George Colman: The Complete Works of George Colman
The Complete Works of George Colman George Colman, known as ‘the Younger’, was an English dramatist and miscellaneous writer. He was the son of George Colman the Elder. This collection includes the f …
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George Colman: Inkle and Yarico: An opera, in three acts
Inkle and Yarico: An Opera in Three Acts, penned by George Colman, is a masterful blend of lyricism and narrative that explores themes of love, betrayal, and cultural clash. Drawing upon the historic …
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George Colman: The Complete Works of George Colman
The Complete Works of George Colman This Complete Collection includes the following titles: ——– 1 – A Fairy Tale in Two Acts Taken from Shakespeare (1763) 2 – John Bull; Or, The Englishman’s Fir …
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