The Preface to Aristotle's Art of Poetry by André Dacier
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"The Preface to Aristotle's Art of Poetry" by André Dacier is a critical publication from the early 18th century, specifically written in the early 1700s. As a commentary on Aristotle's influential work on poetic theory, this book deals with the principles of writing and appreciating poetry, particularly focusing on tragedy and its moral and instructional roles in society. Dacier's preface articulates neo-classical ideas that were prominent during his time, advocating for the
importance of rules in poetic creation. In this preface, Dacier not only defends Aristotle's guidelines but also emphasizes poetry's purpose as a means to instruct and elevate the human spirit. He argues that true tragedy, following Aristotle’s principles, serves to moderate human passions and impart moral lessons to the audience. Dacier tracks the evolution of poetry from its religious roots to its current form, asserting that its revival and proper application must adhere to established rules. Throughout the text, he reflects on the societal function of tragedy, proposing that it should foster virtue and promote self-reflection among viewers. Dacier’s preface ultimately serves as a bridge between ancient wisdom and modern poetic practice, advocating for the preservation of classical standards in the arts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dacier, André, 1651-1722 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Monk, Samuel Holt |
| LoC No. | 59003069 |
| Title | The Preface to Aristotle's Art of Poetry |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Stephanie Eason, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Aristotle, 384 BC-322 BC. Poetics |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29547 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-29547-3 |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 589 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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