The Comedies of Terence: Literally Translated Into English Prose, with Notes (1859)

The Comedies of Terence is a book that contains a collection of plays written by the ancient Roman playwright Terence. The plays are translated into English prose by Henry Thomas Riley, and include notes to help readers understand the context and meaning of the text. The book was originally published in 1859 and is considered a valuable resource for those studying ancient Roman literature and drama. The comedies in the book include The Girl from Andros, The Mother-in-Law, The Self-Tormentor, The Eunuch, and Phormio. The plays are known for their witty dialogue and exploration of themes such as love, marriage, and family relationships. The book provides readers with a glimpse into the world of ancient Rome and the literary traditions that have influenced Western culture for centuries.This Book Is In English.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.