The Birds Of Aristophanes : Kessinger Publishing : 9781165538454 : 1165538458 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Birds of Aristophanes is a book written by the Greek playwright Aristophanes and was published in 1849. The book is a collection of plays that are centered around the theme of birds, and it includes notes and a metrical table.The plays in the book are filled with humor, satire, and political commentary, which were common in Aristophanes' works. The birds in the plays are depicted as powerful and intelligent creatures who are tired of living under the rule of humans. They decide to create their own city in the clouds, called Nephelococcygia, where they can live freely and independently.The book includes detailed notes that explain the historical context and references in the plays. The notes help readers understand the humor and satire in the plays, which can sometimes be difficult to decipher without a deeper understanding of ancient Greek culture and politics.The metrical table in the boo