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Congreve’s The Judgment of Paris: A New Source and a New Reading

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This article uncovers the influence of Lucian on Congreve's libretto, suggesting deeper meanings and connections to music traditions.

Congreve's libretto draws directly from Lucian's earlier dramatization of Paris' story, enhancing its cultural significance.
The analysis identifies the libretto as a precursor to mid-eighteenth-century English works that explored themes of choice.
The article presents a novel interpretation of Congreve's work, highlighting its potential meanings for contemporary audiences.
Previous interpretations overlooked the connections to ancient texts, which enrich the understanding of Congreve's creative influences.

Ruth S. Smith (2025) studied this question.

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