A landmark scholarly edition that brings Herodas’ Mimes to life for modern readers.
This edition compiles an extensive introduction, apparatus criticus, explanatory notes, and an excursus, offering deep insight into the mime tradition and the author behind the fragments.
The volume presents the text with careful philological work and practical guidance for interpretation, without a translation. It reflects the long research tradition that followed the 1891 papyrus discovery and situates Herodas within his literary and cultural milieu.
- Clear, accessible framing of Herodas, his works, and their historical context
- Detailed notes, critical apparatus, and commentary to aid understanding
- Illustrations and facsimiles that illuminate the text and its transmission
- A comprehensive index of subjects and references to support study
Ideal for students, scholars, and readers seeking a rigorously annotated look at a pivotal figure in Greek mime.