Aristotle's Theory of Poetry and Fine Art: With a Critical Text and Translation of the Poetics. With a Prefatory Essay, Arist

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Aristotle's "Theory of Poetry and Fine Art" primarily revolves around his seminal work, the "Poetics," which is a foundational text in literary criticism. This work explores the nature of poetry and its various forms, including tragedy, comedy, and epic poetry. Here are some key points regarding Aristotle's contributions and the context of his theories:Overview of Aristotle's PoeticsImitation (Mimesis): Aristotle posits that art is an imitation of life. He argues that poetry imitates actions and events, which can evoke emotions in the audience. This imitation is achieved through rhythm, language, and harmony, either individually or in combination.Elements of Tragedy: In his analysis of tragedy, Aristotle identifies six key elements: plot, character, thought, diction, melody, and spectacle. He emphasizes that the plot is the most crucial element, as it drives the narrative and engages the audience emotionally.Catharsis: One of Aristotle's significant contributions to literary theory is the concept of catharsis, which refers to the emotional purging or cleansing that audiences experience through their engagement with tragic art. This process allows viewers to confront their emotions in a safe environment
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Характеристики
- ФІО Автора
- Арістотель
- Мова
- Англійська
- ISBN
- 9780486200422
- Дата виходу
- 2014