Theory Of Greek Tragedy (1893)

By Thomas de Quincey

Book Overview

The Theory of Greek Tragedy is a literary criticism book written by Thomas De Quincey in 1893. The book delves into the origins and characteristics of Greek tragedy, analyzing its themes, structure, and language. De Quincey explores the role of the chorus, the use of mythological characters, and the relationship between tragedy and philosophy. He also discusses the influence of Greek tragedy on later literature, including Shakespearean plays. The book is a comprehensive study of Greek tragedy, offering insights into its cultural and historical significance, as well as its enduring appeal. It is a must-read for students of literature, classics, and drama.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166144747
• ISBN13: 9781166144746
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"