The Birth of Tragedy Out of the Spirit of Music

Name: The Birth of Tragedy Out of the Spirit of Music
Brand: Wilder Publications
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By Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm

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A philosophical study of the origins of Greek tragedy, examining the interplay between artistic form, cultural expression, and the underlying forces that shape aesthetic experience. Friedrich Nietzsche develops a framework in which two contrasting principles-the Apollonian and the Dionysian-govern the creation and decline of tragic art, representing order and structure on one hand, and intensity and dissolution on the other. The work proceeds through a combination of classical scholarship and speculative interpretation, situating Greek tragedy within a broader account of cultural vitality and decline. Nietzsche's analysis extends beyond literature to consider music, myth, and the conditions necessary for artistic creation. The appended "Attempt at Self-Criticism," written later, reflects on the original argument and its place within his developing philosophical project. Ian C. Johnston's translation presents the text in clear and accessible English, maintaining the conceptual precision of Nietzsche's argument while allowing the structure of the work to remain intact. Positioned within Nietzsche's early writings, The Birth of Tragedy forms a foundation for his later explorations of culture, value, and interpretation.

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Languages:: Original: English
Number of Pages:: 114
Publisher:: Wilder Publications
Publication Date:: 2018-04-03
ISBN / EAN:: 9781515427278
Weight:: 328 g
Dimensions:: 157/235/11 cm
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:: [email protected]

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