Ancient Philosophical Poetics
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Ancient Philosophical Poetics

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Explore the profound relationship between philosophy and poetry in ancient thought with ‘Ancient Philosophical Poetics.’ This essential book delves into how early thinkers like Plato and Aristotle grappled with the nature, purpose, and impact of poetry. Discover Plato’s complex views on poetry’s role in truth and society, as presented in ‘The Republic.’ Uncover Aristotle’s perspective on poetry as a natural human activity and a vital part of a flourishing life. The study extends to later Platonist traditions, examining influences from Stoic, Epicurean, and allegorical approaches. Ideal for classicists, philosophers of art, and anyone fascinated by aesthetics, this book offers a comprehensive journey through antiquity’s most insightful debates on poetic expression.

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  • ISBN-10: 0521168686
  • ISBN-13: 978-0521168687
  • Publisher: Cambridge Univ Pr
  • Publication date: 31 January 2013
  • Language: English
  • Dimensions: 15.19 x 1.17 x 22.81 cm
  • Print length: 195 pages

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