The Birth of Tragedy; or, Hellenism and Pessimism by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche
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Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900
English
"The Birth of Tragedy; or, Hellenism and Pessimism" by Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche is a work of dramatic theory published in 1872. Nietzsche introduces a bold dichotomy between the Dionysian and Apollonian forces—disorder versus order—that he believed shaped ancient Greek tragedy. He argues that Greek tragedy achieved art's highest form by uniting ...
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Lucas Roberts
4 weeks agoI’ve read many books on this subject, and the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. A valuable addition to my digital library.
David Garcia
5 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because the author demonstrates strong mastery of the topic. This made complex ideas feel approachable.
Brian Roberts
4 months agoThis was recommended to me by a colleague and the presentation feels refined and carefully planned. This left a lasting impression on me.
James King
3 months agoThis is one of those books where the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.
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Noah Johnson
3 months agoI was pleasantly surprised because the narrative structure is incredibly compelling and well-thought-out. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.