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What other name is Aristophane known by?

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  • Aristophaneus

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Aristophanes was a Greek poet and comic playwright of the late 5th century BCE, who is often considered the father of comedy. His plays, which are among the oldest surviving works in the Western dramatic canon, are characterized by their sharp satire of Athenian politics and culture. Aristophanes is particularly noted for his satirical treatment of the Peloponnesian War, which had a profound impact on the Athenian people.
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