Amphitryo, Asinaria, Aulularia, Bacchides, Captivi Amphitryon, The Comedy of Asses, The Pot of Gold, The Two Bacchises, The Captives

"Amphitryon, Asinaria, Aulularia, Bacchides, Captivi" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a compilation of comedic plays from ancient Rome. This collection includes various plays such as "Amphitryon," a story inspired by mythology, filled with comical trickery by the gods Jupiter and Mercury. "Amphitryon" opens with Jupiter deceiving Alcmena, the wife of the warrior Amphitryon, while he is off fighting a war. Jupiter takes on the look of Amphitryon, while Mercury pretends to be Sosia, Amphitryon's servant. The real Sosia returns and doesn't understand the strange things happening at home. These plays are known for their classical Roman humor, focusing on the ridiculousness of mixed identities and love stories, using misunderstandings and playful interactions between gods and humans. These are the key elements in Plautus's comedies.