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Poetics - Aristotle

Poetics

By: Aristotle, E-Bookarama Editions (Editor)

eBook | 12 August 2019

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????? A Foundational Work on Theatre, Tragedy, and the Purpose of Art

Poetics by Aristotle is one of the most important and influential works ever written about theatre, literature, and artistic creation. Aristotle was the first major theorist of theatre, and this short treatise became the starting point for centuries of dramatic criticism.

What makes Poetics especially fascinating is Aristotle's search for the purpose, or telos, of the poetic arts. His analysis of tragedy, imitation, plot, character, and the pleasure we gain from representation continues to shape the way drama and storytelling are understood today. His idea that we naturally enjoy imitation because it helps us learn gives the work a relevance that extends far beyond ancient Greek theatre.

Although concise, the book is intellectually rich and becomes even more rewarding when read in the wider context of Aristotle's philosophy. It is an essential text for students of literature, theatre, philosophy, creative writing, and anyone interested in understanding why stories affect us so deeply.

This E-Bookarama Editions edition is a great choice for readers who want to explore one of the foundational texts of Western literary criticism. Short, profound, and remarkably influential.

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