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Description: The Birth of Tragedy : Paperback : Oxford University Press : 9780199540143 : 0199540144 : 10 Sep 2008 : The Birth of Tragedy (1872) is a book about the origins of Greek tragedy and its relevance to the German culture of its time. For Nietzsche, Greek tragedy is the expression of a culture which has achieved a powerful balance between insight into the chaos and suffering which underlies all existence and the discipline and clarity of rational Apollonian form. In order to promote a return to these values, Nietzsche undertakes a critique of the complacent rationalism of late nineteenth-century German culture and makes an impassioned plea for the regenerative potential of the music of Wagner. In its wide-ranging discussion of the nature of art, science and religion, Nietzsche's argument raises important questions about the problematic nature of cultural origins which are still of concern today. The Book Depository The Birth of Tragedy by Friedrich Nietzsche - shop the best deal online on thebookbug.co.uk

 

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Author: Cassandra

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Review: Found this most useful for my A2 English Literature coursework on tragedy. Though I was studying post-war tragedy on e.g. The Great Gatsby and Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, it was most helpful to look back at the classical and original theories and ideas concerning tragedy. The Birth of Tragedy would not be considered as one of Nietzsche's best, as it is very biased and very informal, however, that is what makes the book perfect for coursework, enabling students to put it down to discussion, debate or show the examiner that you have your own personal opinion (by agreeing or disagreeing with Nietzsche's view)

 

Author: Ben Henriques

Rating: 1

Review: Sentences like broken glass. Sad to read such a stuttered translation. Penguin Modern Classic (from the early 1990s) much more beautiful and memorable.

 

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