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&&LDIV&&R&&LDIV&&R&&LDIV&&R&&LI&&RPoetics and Rhetoric&&L/I&&R, by &&LSTRONG&&RAristotle&&L/B&&R&&L/B&&R, is part of the &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R&&LI&&R &&L/I&&Rseries, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics&&L/I&&R: &&LDIV&&R New introductions commissioned from todays top writers and scholars Biographies of the authors Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events Footnotes and endnotes Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work Comments by other famous authors Study questions to challenge the readers viewpoints and expectations Bibliographies for further reading Indices & Glossaries, when appropriate All editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior specifications; some include illustrations of historical interest. &&LI&&RBarnes & Noble Classics &&L/I&&Rpulls together a constellation of influencesbiographical, historical, and literaryto enrich each readers understanding of these enduring works.&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&RIt is no exaggeration to say that all Western literary criticism flows from &&LB&&RAristotle&&L/B&&R. In the &&LI&&RPoetics&&L/I&&R he focuses mainly on drama, especially tragedy, and introduces ideas that are still being debated more than two thousand years later. Among them is the often misunderstood theory of the unities of action, place, and time, as well as such concepts as: art as a form of imitation, and drama as an imitation of human actions; plot as a dramas central element, and reversal and recognition as important elements within a plot; and the purging of pity and fear from the audience as the function of tragedy. Rather than offer these ideas merely as abstract theories, Aristotle applies them in cogent analyses of the classic Greek dramasthe tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides.&&L/P&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&RIn the &&LI&&RRhetoric&&L/I&&R, Aristotle turns to the principles of persuasive writing, including argumentation and the logical development of proof, appeals to emotion, and matters of delivery and style. Perhaps most essentially, Aristotle teaches us how to engage in the central civic activities of accusing and defending, recommending policies, and proving and refuting ideas.&&L/P&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&R &&L/P&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&RThese two foundational works are key documents for understanding the culture and politics of Western civilization, and how they continue to evolve today.&&L/P&&R&&LP style='MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt'&&R &&L/P&&R&&LDIV&&R&&LSTRONG&&REugene Garver&&L/B&&R&&L/B&&R is Regents Professor of Philosophy at Saint Johns University, Collegeville, Minnesota. He is the author of &&LI&&RMachiavelli and the History of Prudence&&L/I&&R, &&LI&&RAristotles Rhetoric: An Art of Character&&L/I&&R, &&LI&&RFor the Sake of Argument: Practical Reasoning, Character, and the Ethics of Belief&&L/I&&R, and the forthcoming &&LI&&RLiving with Thought: A Confrontation with Aristotles Ethics&&L/I&&R.&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R&&L/DIV&&R
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of Aristotle's Poetics? A: Aristotle's Poetics primarily focuses on drama, especially tragedy. It introduces key concepts such as the unities of action, place, and time, and discusses plot, character, and the emotional impact of tragedy on the audience.
- Q: Is Poetics and Rhetoric suitable for beginners? A: Yes, Poetics and Rhetoric can be suitable for beginners. The Barnes & Noble Classics edition includes helpful extras like introductions, footnotes, and study questions that enhance understanding of these foundational texts.
- Q: What are the key features of the Barnes & Noble Classics edition? A: Key features of the Barnes & Noble Classics edition include new introductions from contemporary writers, biographies of authors, chronologies, footnotes, study questions, and beautifully designed pages.
- Q: How does Aristotle define tragedy in Poetics? A: In Poetics, Aristotle defines tragedy as an imitation of a serious action that leads to a catharsis of emotions, particularly pity and fear. He emphasizes the importance of plot as the central element of a tragedy.
- Q: What is the significance of Rhetoric according to Aristotle? A: Rhetoric is significant as it teaches principles of persuasive writing, including the development of arguments, emotional appeals, and effective delivery. It is essential for engaging in civic discourse and defending ideas.
- Q: How long is the Poetics and Rhetoric text? A: The Poetics and Rhetoric text in this edition spans 576 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Aristotle's theories.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating that it has been well-maintained and is suitable for reading.
- Q: Who is the author of Poetics and Rhetoric? A: The author of Poetics and Rhetoric is Aristotle, a foundational figure in Western philosophy and literary criticism.
- Q: What year was the Barnes & Noble Classics edition published? A: The Barnes & Noble Classics edition of Poetics and Rhetoric was published on January 1, 2006.
- Q: What additional resources are included in the book? A: This edition includes additional resources such as bibliographies for further reading, indices, and glossaries when appropriate, which enhance the reader's understanding of the texts.