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236: "The Clouds," by Aristophanes

Classical Stuff You Should Know

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Socrates' Contrivances and Observations

This chapter explores various contrivances and observations made by Socrates, including his experiment with melted wax, his explanation of a gnat's buzzing sound, and a humorous incident involving a lizard. The chapter also discusses a scene in a play where Socrates is introduced in a basket and the unscientific nature of the dialogue.

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