About “Epidicus”

Epidicus is an ancient Roman comedy written by Plautus in the 3rd or 2nd century BC. The play's main character, also named Epidicus, is a slave. He works to please his master's son, Stratippocles, as the story unfolds with multiple twists. The play is noted as one of Plautus's personal favorites. It reflects the comedic style of Roman theater, focusing on the interactions between characters and the challenges faced by the slave protagonist. The work remains an example of early theatrical storytelling from ancient Rome. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

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Published
1967
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How many pages is Epidicus?

Epidicus by Titus Maccius Plautus has 68 pages.

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