Simply from the title "Lysistrata,"as I picked up my text book I expected to read an ancient play with ancient themes. While I believe that much of literature loses it's meaning with time, Lysistrata is a rare example of a piece of writing that is timeless. The themes and values it contains relate to both ancient and modern human desires, needs, and experiences. Love, war, and relationships have and always will be major aspects of human life.
I really liked the story and plot of Lysistrata. I found Lysistrata, the character, to be witty and amusing, which surprised me coming from an old play. Because she was so unusual and unique for her time period, she kept me engaged, wanting to know what she was going to do next. I had expected to read about resigned women who fulfilled their role in society.
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