Aristotle (born 384 BC) was a philosopher, pupil of Plato and author of numerous works including his Poetics, one of the most influential tracts in world theatre.
Part of the Dramatic Contexts series: important statements on the theatre by major figures in the theatre.
One of the most influential tracts in world theatre - the source of the doctrine of the Three Unities and the concept of catharsis.
This translation by Kenneth McLeish, who also provides an extensive introduction, makes this famous text more accessible by highlighting significant passages while retaining the complete text in its entirety.
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