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“Calonice: My dear Lysistrata, just what is this matter you've summoned us women to consider.What's up? Something big? Lysistrata: Very big. Calonice: (interested) Is it stout too? Lysistrata: (smiling) Yes, indeed -- both big and stout. Calonice: What? And the women still haven't come? Lysistrata: It's not what you suppose; they'd come soon enough for that.”

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Ancient Greek playwright, known as the father of comedy. Born in 444 BC and died in 385 BC. His works have had a profound impact on subsequent drama, with masterpieces such as 'The Clouds' and 'The Birds'. more

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