Eagleton
Tragedy
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300252217
- author:
- Eagleton
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 216
- Dimensions:
- 21.7 x 15.6 x 2.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Emotions,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Tragedy: A New Account of Tragedy and Its Fundamental Position in Western Culture. Terry Eagleton's compelling exploration of tragedy in Western culture delves into its nuances, examining the connections between literature, politics, philosophy, and theater. The author examines the work of influential thinkers such as Nietzsche, Walter Benjamin, and Slavoj Žižek, alongside key figures in theater, including Sophocles, Aeschylus, Shakespeare, and Ibsen. Eagleton reveals that tragedy originated not as a meditation on human nature, but at moments of political engagement, when civilizations struggled with conflicts. He demonstrates that tragedy is fundamental to human experience and culture, shedding new light on its significance in Western society. Through this account, Eagleton offers a fresh perspective on the enduring power of tragedy, exploring its role in shaping our understanding of the world and ourselves.
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