AristophanesAristophanes (c. 446-c. 386 BCE) was an ancient Greek playwright and one of the principal representatives of Old Comedy. His works are known for their inventive plots, sharp political satire, and bold use of fantasy and parody. Writing during the heiht of classical Athens, Aristophanes produced plays that both entertained and critiqued the social and political life of his time, leaving a lasting influence on the development of Western drama. Read More Read Less