The Poetics of Aristotle by Aristotle

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Author Aristotle, 385 BCE-323 BCE
Translator Butcher, S. H. (Samuel Henry), 1850-1910
Uniform Title Poetics. English
Title The Poetics of Aristotle
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Note Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Poetics of Aristotle" by Aristotle is a foundational philosophical treatise on literary theory, specifically focusing on the art of poetry, notably tragedy and epic poetry. Written during the classical period of ancient Greece, this work examines the nature and principles of poetic imitation and the essential components that contribute to effective storytelling, including plot, character, and diction. Aristotle's analysis serves as one of the earliest known systematic explorations of the mechanics and purposes of poetry, providing insight into the emotional effects it elicits from its audience. In "The Poetics", Aristotle categorizes different forms of poetry and discusses key concepts such as mimesis (imitation), the significance of plot structure, and the importance of catharsis—the emotional release achieved through pity and fear. He argues that tragedy evokes profound emotions by presenting a noble character's downfall due to a tragic flaw (hamartia) and emphasizes the role of plot over character in creating impactful narratives. By defining essential components of tragedy, including the elements of recognition and reversal, as well as evaluating epic poetry, Aristotle lays the groundwork for the analysis of literature that continues to influence literary criticism to this day. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Poetry -- Early works to 1800
Subject Aesthetics -- Early works to 1800
Category Text
EBook-No. 1974
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Sep 20, 2016
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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