Excerpt from The Use of Myths to Create Suspense in Extant Greek Tragedy: A Dissertation Presented to the Faculty of Princeton University in Candidacy for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy
The present study was originally intended to be part of a larger treatment of all the specific means to secure suspense employed by the Greek Tragic Poets. This, however, outgrew the scope of a Doctoral Dissertation. The author hopes to publish separately parts of the larger study.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the role of myths and legends in creating suspense in classical Greek tragedies. The author argues that the use of familiar stories allowed playwrights to explore complex themes while maintaining the interest of their audiences, who were already aware of the main plot points. The book also discusses the manipulation of traditional stories by playwrights such as Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides to create new interpretations and provoke emotional responses from their audiences. Through detailed analysis of selected plays, the author demonstrates how these playwrights skillfully employed suspenseful elements derived from myth to craft unforgettable theatrical experiences. Ultimately, this book provides insights into the enduring power of myth in storytelling and its relevance for understanding the human condition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330431207_0
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