Female complicity in Aristophanes’ Lysistrata
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In Lysistrata, Aristophanes deal with the theme of peace, also tackled in other comedies, giving prominence to the female world. Fed up with the suffering that war brings to their families, the women, led by the protagonist, decide to act together. The comedy exploits the usual stereotypes about female defects, particularly their passion for sex, but focuses on another hallmark of women: their spirit of solidarity. Faced with male individualism, they participate in a common project, convinced that they will succeed if they all work together, regardless of age, class or origin.
Having this in mind, in this article, we analyse various aspects. On the one hand, we will see how the traditional role of women is reflected in this play through the treatment of the main characters and the repercussions of their decision in the domestic sphere. On the other hand, we will emphasise those aspects that show the collaborative spirit of women, which is fundamental in this comedy and also present in the Greek imaginary.
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