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Title: Studies of the Greek Poets (Vol 2 of 2)
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Produced by Richard Tonsing, Stephen Rowland, Ted Garvin
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Summary: "Studies of the Greek Poets (Vol 2 of 2)" by John Addington Symonds is a scholarly analysis written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the evolution of Greek tragedy and the contributions of its key figures, such as Euripides, Aeschylus, and Sophocles, as it examines the cultural and historical contexts that shaped their art. The emphasis lies on the significance of concepts like nemesis and moral philosophy within the tragedies, exploring how these themes resonate throughout Greek literature. The opening of the volume sets the stage for a comprehensive discussion on Greek tragedy, particularly focusing on Euripides and his distinctive approach to the genre. Symonds reflects on the conditions that foster national drama, such as the vibrant Athens post-Persian war, and establishes how the poets responded to societal changes and audience expectations. He highlights key elements like the religious underpinnings of tragedies, the shifts in dramatic technique, and how Euripides' works, though seen as less heroic compared to his predecessors, were innovative for incorporating emotional depth and realism into the portrayal of personal and political struggles. The analysis hints at a rich examination of these ancient works and their lasting impact on literature and theater. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Symonds, John Addington, 1840-1893
EBook No.: 47236
Published: Oct 30, 2014
Downloads: 702
Language: English
Subject: Greek poetry -- History and criticism
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Studies of the Greek Poets (Vol 2 of 2)
Credits:
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Stephen Rowland, Ted Garvin
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Studies of the Greek Poets (Vol 2 of 2)" by John Addington Symonds is a scholarly analysis written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the evolution of Greek tragedy and the contributions of its key figures, such as Euripides, Aeschylus, and Sophocles, as it examines the cultural and historical contexts that shaped their art. The emphasis lies on the significance of concepts like nemesis and moral philosophy within the tragedies, exploring how these themes resonate throughout Greek literature. The opening of the volume sets the stage for a comprehensive discussion on Greek tragedy, particularly focusing on Euripides and his distinctive approach to the genre. Symonds reflects on the conditions that foster national drama, such as the vibrant Athens post-Persian war, and establishes how the poets responded to societal changes and audience expectations. He highlights key elements like the religious underpinnings of tragedies, the shifts in dramatic technique, and how Euripides' works, though seen as less heroic compared to his predecessors, were innovative for incorporating emotional depth and realism into the portrayal of personal and political struggles. The analysis hints at a rich examination of these ancient works and their lasting impact on literature and theater. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 57.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Symonds, John Addington, 1840-1893
EBook No.: 47236
Published: Oct 30, 2014
Downloads: 702
Language: English
Subject: Greek poetry -- History and criticism
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.