Aristotle

The Poetics (eBook, ePUB)

Übersetzer: Butcher, S. H.

• Format: ePub

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In "The Poetics," Aristotle provides a comprehensive analysis of dramatic theory that has profoundly influenced literary criticism throughout history. This seminal work articulates core principles of tragedy, epic poetry, and comedy, emphasizing the importance of mimesis (imitation of life), catharsis (emotional purging), and the structural components that define effective storytelling, such as plot, character, and thematic depth. Aristotle's meticulous approach offers insight into the psychological and emotional mechanisms that engage audiences, positioning literature as a reflection of moral and philosophical inquiry in ancient Greek culture. Written in clear, methodical prose, the text balances empirical observation with philosophical discourse, making it both an accessible introduction to literary theory and a profound examination of poetic art. Aristotle, a student of Plato and a prodigious philosopher in his own right, explored a varied intellectual landscape that encompassed ethics, metaphysics, and natural sciences. His experiences in the court of Macedon and his connection to the Athenian dramatic tradition informed his understanding of human behavior, which is vividly captured in "The Poetics." This work not only crystallizes Aristotelian thought but also serves as a response to the poetic practices prevalent in his time, reflecting the dynamic interplay between art and society. Approaching "The Poetics" is essential for anyone interested in the foundations of literary theory and the mechanics of storytelling. Scholars, writers, and audiences alike will find Aristotle's insights invaluable for understanding the enduring principles of narrative and character development. This work remains a crucial resource that catalyzes a deeper appreciation of classical literature and its continuing influence on contemporary art forms.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Copycat
• Erscheinungstermin: 25. Januar 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788028210687
• Artikelnr.: 64380741

Autorenporträt

Aristotle (Greek: ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Aristotél¿s, pronounced [aristotél¿¿s]; 384-322 BC)[A] was a Greek philosopher and polymath during the Classical period in Ancient Greece. Taught by Plato, he was the founder of the Lyceum, the Peripatetic school of philosophy, and the Aristotelian tradition. His writings cover many subjects. including physics, biology, zoology, metaphysics, logic, ethics, estheticspoetry, theatre, music, rhetoric, psychology, linguistics, economics, politics, and government. Aristotle provided a complex synthesis of the various philosophies existing prior to him. It was above all from his teachings that the West inherited its intellectual lexicon, as well as problems and methods of inquiry. As a result, his philosophy has exerted a unique influence on almost every form of knowledge in the West and it continues to be a subject of contemporary philosophical discussion. Little is known about his life. Aristotle was born in the city of Stagira in Northern Greece. His father, Nicomachus, died when Aristotle was a child, and he was brought up by a guardian. At seventeen or eighteen years of age he joined Plato's Academy in Athens and remained there until the age of thirty-seven (c. 347 BC).[4] Shortly after Plato died, Aristotle left Athens and, at the request of Philip II of Macedon, tutored Alexander the Great beginning in 343 BC.[5] He established a library in the Lyceum which helped him to produce many of his hundreds of books on papyrus scrolls. Though Aristotle wrote many elegant treatises and dialogues for publication, only around a third of his original output has survived, none of it intended for publication.[6] Aristotle's views on physical science profoundly shaped medieval scholarship. Their influence extended from Late Antiquity and the Early Middle Ages into the Renaissance, and were not replaced systematically until the Enlightenment and theories such as classical mechanics. Some of Aristotle's zoological observations found in his biology, such as on the hectocotyl (reproductive) arm of the octopus, were disbelieved until the 19th century. His works contain the earliest known formal study of logic, studied by medieval scholars such as Peter Abelard and John Buridan. Aristotle's influence on logic also continued well into the 19th century.