Origins Theater Anc Greece Beyond

Focusing on the origins of drama, this scholarly volume explores the contentious relationship between theater and religious ritual, a topic debated since Aristotle's time. It features seventeen essays from experts across disciplines like archaeology, cultural history, and philosophy, offering a comprehensive examination of Greek drama's roots. While primarily centered on ancient Greece, the book also includes comparative studies of ritual drama from Egypt, Japan, and medieval Europe, highlighting the complexity and diversity of this significant cultural evolution.