Tragedy in Transition. Catherine Silverstone
Tragedy in Transition
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Автор произведения: Catherine Silverstone
Жанр: Критика
Издательство: John Wiley & Sons Limited
isbn: 9780470691304
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Tragedy in Transition is an innovative and exciting introduction to the theory and practice of tragedy. Looks at a broad range of topics in the field of tragedy in literature, from ancient to contemporary times Explores the links between writers from different times and cultures Focuses on the reception of classical texts in subsequent literatures, and discusses their treatment in a range of media Surveys the lasting influence of the most resonant narratives in tragedy Contemplates exciting and unexpected combinations of text and topic among them the relationship between tragedy and childhood, science fiction, and the role of the gods