Autocrates
Athenian poet of Old Comedy and tragic poet
About Autocrates
Lived 450 BC – 350. Autocrates was a Greek comedy writer and tragedy writer.
Autocrates was an Ancient Athenian poet of the old comedy. One of his plays is mentioned by the Suda and Aelian. He also wrote several tragedies.
The Autocrates quoted by Athenaeus seems to have been a different person.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Autocrates?
Athenian poet of Old Comedy and tragic poet
When was Autocrates born?
Autocrates was born in 450 BC in Athens.
When did Autocrates die?
Autocrates died in 350.
What was Autocrates's occupation?
Autocrates was a comedy writer and tragedy writer.
What nationality was Autocrates?
Autocrates was Greek.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Autocrates. https://biography.guide/autocrates/
MLA: "Autocrates." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/autocrates/.
Chicago: "Autocrates." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/autocrates/.
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