The Greek and Roman Stage

In The Greek and Roman Stage, David Taylor bring she ancient theatre to life by skilfully evoking the atmosphere of the festivals where it began--the excitement of competitions, the problems of the playwright and actors, the mechanics of performances, the costumes and masks. He gives a clear and vivid account of the kinds of plays that were performed, exemplified by detailed references to some of the best known. The book is generously illustrated with photographs and line drawings, all closely integrated with the text which they support and amplify.