A tragikum by Zsolt Beöthy
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| Author | Beöthy, Zsolt, 1848-1922 |
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| Title | A tragikum |
| Original Publication | Hungary: Kisfaludy-Társaság,1885. |
| Credits | Albert László from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project |
| Summary | "A Tragikum" by Zsolt Beöthy is a philosophical treatise written in the late 19th century. This work explores the elements of tragedy and its significance in art and life, including the nature of tragic heroism and the balance between the individual and universal principles. The book aims to delve into various dimensions of tragedy as experienced by characters, drawing on literary examples from renowned works, which likely includes discussions on themes like fate, moral dilemmas, and the human condition. At the start of "A Tragikum," the author introduces the concept of tragedy, emphasizing its comforting yet complex nature. Beöthy argues that tragic events often stem from a conflict between the individual's inherent qualities and the pressures of the universal order, which can lead to profound insights and catharsis. He elaborates on the tragic hero's duality, where their admirable traits coexist with flaws that ultimately bring about their downfall. Throughout this opening portion, the text draws on classical literature, invoking figures like Antigone and Macbeth to illustrate these tragic dynamics and to outline how such struggles resonate within the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Hungarian |
| LoC Class | PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections |
| Subject | Tragic, The |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 68633 |
| Release Date | Jul 29, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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